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adjective

Definition of patchworknext
as in eclectic
consisting of many things of different sorts a patchwork collection of antiques from different periods

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patchwork

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noun

ˈpach-ˌwərk How to pronounce patchwork (audio)
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an unorganized collection or mixture of various things the state's patchwork of outdated laws regulating commercial activity on Sundays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
Noun
The patchwork stands include one ending abruptly a little over halfway down the touchline due to the houses just behind making further construction impossible. — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026 There are also cute graphic tees, crew sweaters and sweatshirts, plus a patchwork bomber jacket for an early-fall top layer. — ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026 Cost-of-living concerns extended to the grocery aisle, where 71% supported creating a uniform national standard for ingredient labeling rather than maintaining a patchwork of different state requirements. — Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 13 Aug. 2026 The current reality is a complicated and controversial patchwork of laws across the country. — Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for patchwork
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patchwork
  1. eclectic
  2. jumble
  3. varied
  4. medley
  5. mixed
  6. variety
  7. assorted
  8. assortment
Adjective
  • What appealed to the couple was Vanessa’s eclectic taste, which mirrored their own wide-reaching trove of art and furniture.
    — Juliet Izon, Architectural Digest, 12 Aug. 2026
  • One was just trying to be as eclectic as possible to showcase London, which is like a character in the show.
    — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of eclectic
Noun
  • 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
  • Macaroons are chewy jumbles of coconut bound together with egg whites and sweetened condensed milk.
    — Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Definition of jumble
Adjective
  • The varied multi-pool complex with a firepit anchors the property with appealing amenities for every age.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Its 1,300-plus acres encompass hardwood forests, native grasslands, mature pecan groves, and seven miles of trails that wind through the varied terrain.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of varied
Noun
  • The party took an old-school turn when Charlie Wilson treated fans to a medley of solo hits and Gap Band classics.
    — Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 25 July 2026
  • First, Christmas carolers came out and performed a medley to cultivate a Yuletide spirit on a balmy 80-degree afternoon.
    — Angelique Jackson, Variety, 23 July 2026
Definition of medley
Adjective
  • Ampadu signed for Chelsea from Exeter City in 2017, joining at the age of 16, but made only 12 appearances and had mixed experiences during loan spells at Sheffield United, RB Leipzig, Venezia and Spezia.
    — Adam Crafton, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Complex documents with tables, charts and mixed content need each content type scored separately, since a model can nail text while mangling a table.
    — Sriram Bhargav Madhav, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of mixed
Noun
  • The new, 115,000 square-foot store is expected to employ around 450 people and will sell a variety of food, including produce, baked goods, deli products and will offer a selection of wine and beer.
    — Mike Darnay, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • The board have pointed to the team having so many midfielders and the variety of profiles on offer, from the box-crashing Jude Bellingham to the versatile new signing Bernardo Silva.
    — Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of variety
Adjective
  • The situation has become so bad that Russia – normally one of the world’s leading energy exporters – is now facing severe nationwide gas shortages, leading to rationing in its assorted regions and mounting local discontent.
    — Ilan Berman, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Its mission to let the breeze in and keep the mosquitos, pesky flies and assorted vermin out appears simple, but its impact goes beyond that.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of assorted
Noun
  • The core leather goods assortment was a standout, with average unit retail (AUR) — the average selling price of an item in a period — rising into the mid-teens as units decreased by low double digits.
    — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Plus, new options like Jolly Rancher Gummies Trickies Minis and a Reese’s Sweet & Salty assortment will be on shelves for the first time.
    — Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of assortment

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