as in medley
an unorganized collection or mixture of various things
the movie is an uncertain ragout of fantasy, science fiction, and old-fashioned romance
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Recent Examples of ragout
This recipe includes a top secret recipe for the best ragout ever.
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Mary Claire Britton,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
This wow dish kicks off a three-course seafood progression that continues with a luscious brown butter-roasted scallop dish with fresh green asparagus, ramp oil and a bone marrow ragout.
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Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 June 2025
During the Napoleonic wars, invading soldiers introduced French ragout to Italy.
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Claudia Alexander,
The Mercury News,
5 Mar. 2025
For a modern take on seafood—things like seared bluefish with corn and ham ragout—and one of the best raw bars in town, check out Row34.
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Todd Plummer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Sep. 2022
See All Example Sentences for ragout
Mary Claire Britton,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
This wow dish kicks off a three-course seafood progression that continues with a luscious brown butter-roasted scallop dish with fresh green asparagus, ramp oil and a bone marrow ragout.
—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 June 2025
During the Napoleonic wars, invading soldiers introduced French ragout to Italy.
—
Claudia Alexander,
The Mercury News,
5 Mar. 2025
For a modern take on seafood—things like seared bluefish with corn and ham ragout—and one of the best raw bars in town, check out Row34.
—
Todd Plummer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Sep. 2022
See All Example Sentences for ragout
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ragout
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Purple cabbage, carrots, and cilantro create a colorful, flavorful medley dressed with olive oil, rice vinegar, lime juice, and a little sugar.
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Throughout the night, Swift and Kelce danced to tribute performances for and by the musician’s fellow inductees, including a medley of hits performed by John Fogerty and his sons Shane and Tyler.
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Arches and natural bridges sweep like buttresses from jumbles of rock, giving this landscape a mystical, cathedral-like quality.
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Macaroons are chewy jumbles of coconut bound together with egg whites and sweetened condensed milk.
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The compact assortment amps up the contemporary style that Wong specializes in.
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Offering trend-forward styles for both men and women, this assortment includes year-round favorites designed for all-day comfort.
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Guests can also access nearby sister resort Marival Emotions Resort & Suites Riviera Nayarit, which features kids and teens clubs and a variety of family-friendly activities, and food and beverage outlets.
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While at Fortress, Adamolekun visited a variety of Red Lobster restaurants in secret to assess them.
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New designs are layered on top of old, creating accidental collages between eras.
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The momager, 70, marked the holiday on Sunday, June 21, by sharing a sweet photo collage featuring all the father figures in her life.
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What to Serve With This Salad Serve this summery salad with anything from seafood to sandwiches to cookout favorites like burgers and ribs.
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The diminutive menu contained just three sandwiches, two salads and a single dessert.
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Add beans to soups, stews, and salads for a boost of satiating nutrients, says Howard.
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The one constant is the signature Caldereta de Langosta, a traditional lobster stew cooked in a clay pot using lobster caught that same morning.
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“Ragout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ragout. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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