as in eclectic
consisting of many things of different sorts
a patchwork collection of antiques from different periods
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as in jumble
an unorganized collection or mixture of various things
the state's patchwork of outdated laws regulating commercial activity on Sundays
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Recent Examples of patchwork
Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026
In less than 50 years, Shenzhen has gone from a rural fishing village to an expansive picture of modernity – a dense patchwork of skyscrapers, modern apartment towers, incredibly bold world-class architecture for public use, futuristic libraries and luxury designer malls.
—New Atlas, 7 Apr. 2026
New York City’s size, density, and patchwork topography make comprehensive protection hard to design and harder to build.
—Eric Klinenberg, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
In less than 10 minutes, a wooden bridge deposits us on the doorstep of a cinematic landscape that unfurls into a seemingly endless patchwork of rolling hills and glens in hues of umber, cinnamon, and ochre, flanked by mountains standing sentinel on either side.
—Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2026
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Noun
Greenlee described a patchwork of funding pulled together over the course of years to bring the market to the construction phase.
—Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026
In less than 50 years, Shenzhen has gone from a rural fishing village to an expansive picture of modernity – a dense patchwork of skyscrapers, modern apartment towers, incredibly bold world-class architecture for public use, futuristic libraries and luxury designer malls.
—New Atlas, 7 Apr. 2026
New York City’s size, density, and patchwork topography make comprehensive protection hard to design and harder to build.
—Eric Klinenberg, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
In less than 10 minutes, a wooden bridge deposits us on the doorstep of a cinematic landscape that unfurls into a seemingly endless patchwork of rolling hills and glens in hues of umber, cinnamon, and ochre, flanked by mountains standing sentinel on either side.
—Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for patchwork
Adjective
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Warehouses and old buildings have been converted into swanky wine bars, walk-up taco stands, and eclectic hangouts such as Satellite Bar & Lounge, a tavern where taxidermy, vintage couches, and a wide selection of craft brews bring in a diverse crowd.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
12 Apr. 2026
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The simple, contemporary charm of this home shines through its expansive windows and eclectic mix of materials.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Arches and natural bridges sweep like buttresses from jumbles of rock, giving this landscape a mystical, cathedral-like quality.—
Madison Chapman,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
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Macaroons are chewy jumbles of coconut bound together with egg whites and sweetened condensed milk.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Several California cities have levied taxes on empty homes and lots, with varied success.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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The City Council passed four ordinances in 2025 that together encourage the construction of more varied housing types, and by extension, greater density — with the ultimate aim of lowering home prices in a notoriously expensive metro housing market.—
John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
8 Apr. 2026
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Instead of singing the full songs or creating a medley, Bieber began searching for his biggest hits on YouTube and singing alongside his childhood self.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
12 Apr. 2026
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Woodbridge’s girls swept the 200 medley, 200 free and 400 free relays to finish third in the team competition.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
12 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Still, the evidence for oats directly lowering blood pressure is mixed, Weinandy noted.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
10 Apr. 2026
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The handwash sink faucet was dispensing pre-mixed water inside the restroom.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
April 10,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Membership has its privileges, as Ogilvy’s memorable ad slogan for American Express went, and those privileges are of the monied variety.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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The wood-and-metal finish blends effortlessly with a variety of styles.—
Jacquelyn McGilvray,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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TurboTax and FreeTaxUSA use wizards and landing pages that display tax topics to walk you through Form 1040 and its assorted forms and schedules, asking questions and moving your answers to the official IRS forms in the background.—
Kathy Yakal,
PC Magazine,
8 Apr. 2026
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The first is a classic bouillabaisse of assorted seafood in a saffron, tomato, and fennel broth.—
Dashae Engler,
Midwest Living,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Choose from a big assortment of polish, gift sets, treatments and polish for kids.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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An assortment of stone tools, including grinding slabs, mullers, pestles, and mortars, suggested that grain was processed on-site.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Apr. 2026
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“Patchwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patchwork. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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