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ragout

noun

ra-ˈgü How to pronounce ragout (audio)
Definition of ragoutnext
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 With that said, the options are nearly limitless—think sardines in tomato sauce, trout with chimichurri, mussels in escabeche, or spiced calamari in ragout sauce. — Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Oct. 2025 This recipe includes a top secret recipe for the best ragout ever. — Mary Claire Britton, Southern Living, 7 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
  1. medley
  2. jumble
  3. assortment
  4. variety
  5. collage
  6. salad
  7. stew
Noun
  • Derived from the Italian word for garden, Chicago-style giardiniera is a veggie medley cured in vinegar and packed in oil, with a satisfyingly crunchy flavor profile ranging from briny to tangy to hot.
    — Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Musgraves also performed the same song alongside Parton at the 2019 Grammys during a special segment featuring a medley of Parton’s hits.
    — Kimberly Nordyke, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of medley
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
Noun
  • Senior quarterback Wyatt Tewell has completed 74 of 105 pass attempts for 1,049 yards and 13 TDs with just one interception, connecting with an assortment of receivers.
    — Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 24 Sep. 2026
  • And because this marks the brand’s 25th anniversary, Peter Millar also created a sophisticated, luxury assortment to celebrate, which will also make its appearance in the marketing materials.
    — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of assortment
Noun
  • Cool Pacific breezes and a variety of soils make this stretch of Northern California a perfect place to grow grapes.
    — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Tony's Pizza Napoletana delivers a heady variety of regional styles in addition to its namesake Neapolitan (chef-owner Tony Gemignani's Neapolitan Margherita helped jump-start his career).
    — Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of variety
Noun
  • Though his practice additionally encompasses drawing, sculpture, photography, printmaking, and collage, Shearer acknowledged the primacy of painting in his oeuvre.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 24 Sep. 2026
  • The Artist Loft features artists in residence who teach workshops in various mediums, from collage to watercolor.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of collage
Noun
  • Fresh, plump blueberries in the salad add little bursts of sweetness, and the earthiness of lightly toasted and sliced almonds give balance to the vinegar.
    — Candy Hom, AJC.com, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Longwood provided us with an $18 voucher to use at their café, which featured a variety of prepared salad and sandwich options as well as a hot bar.
    — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of salad
Noun
  • That evening, the household, with the exception of Lizzie, fell ill again after eating mutton stew.
    — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Sep. 2026
  • This Dutch oven will come in handy for fall dishes like hearty stews, sourdough loaves, and more.
    — Madison Yauger, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of stew

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