as in varieties
an unorganized collection or mixture of various things
the state senate must contend with a veritable salad of legislative measures before it can adjourn for the session
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Recent Examples of salads
The cafe also serves plenty of fresh salads and soups, chicken sandwiches (an off-menu chicken cordon bleu sandwich is my favorite) and fish and chips.
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Keith Pandolfi, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Mar. 2026
Aside from pizza, Livermore’s Slice House also serves pasta, wings and salads, as well as wine and craft beer.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2026
Salad is a flexible term in the South and this is one of the salads that stretch the definition of the term.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
Try adding lentils, beans and whole grains to salads, toss arugula on pizza or blend veggies into smoothies.
—Leeann Weintraub, Daily News, 5 Mar. 2026
Guest rooms are decked out in muted coastal blues and offer ocean views, the SEA Wellness Spa specializes in hydrating and anti-aging facials, massages, and nailcare, and a restaurant, lounge, and bar serve a variety of salads, seafood, and cocktails.
—Tim Chester, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2026
The restaurant promises a warm, modern space where customers can pair thoughtful small plates, salads, flatbreads and seasonal entrées with a rotating selection of accessible, international wines.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 5 Mar. 2026
Try incorporating a mix of cruciferous vegetables into your diet by adding them to salads, side dishes, and soups.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 4 Mar. 2026
Juiceland Superfood smoothies, raw juice, matcha lattes, salads and wraps.
—Claire Osborn, Austin American Statesman, 28 Feb. 2026
Keith Pandolfi, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Mar. 2026
Aside from pizza, Livermore’s Slice House also serves pasta, wings and salads, as well as wine and craft beer.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2026
Salad is a flexible term in the South and this is one of the salads that stretch the definition of the term.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
Try adding lentils, beans and whole grains to salads, toss arugula on pizza or blend veggies into smoothies.
—Leeann Weintraub, Daily News, 5 Mar. 2026
Guest rooms are decked out in muted coastal blues and offer ocean views, the SEA Wellness Spa specializes in hydrating and anti-aging facials, massages, and nailcare, and a restaurant, lounge, and bar serve a variety of salads, seafood, and cocktails.
—Tim Chester, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2026
The restaurant promises a warm, modern space where customers can pair thoughtful small plates, salads, flatbreads and seasonal entrées with a rotating selection of accessible, international wines.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 5 Mar. 2026
Try incorporating a mix of cruciferous vegetables into your diet by adding them to salads, side dishes, and soups.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 4 Mar. 2026
Juiceland Superfood smoothies, raw juice, matcha lattes, salads and wraps.
—Claire Osborn, Austin American Statesman, 28 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for salads
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Common toad lily bears orchid-like blooms that are white with dark purple spots, but other varieties are lavender or white without spots.—
Lynn McAlpine,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
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But the key to achieving this kind of paradise is choosing the right tree for your landscape, as some varieties are known for being invasive or weak-limbed.—
Samantha Johnson,
Martha Stewart,
5 Mar. 2026
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The company also described merchandising and inventory moves aimed at reenergizing its assortments.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Girls’ apparel frequently makes up the majority of kids’ clothing SKUs at major retailers, according to Woven Insights, while boys’ assortments skew toward T-shirts and pants with fewer stylistic or fit variations.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
2 Mar. 2026
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This 27-track collection features updated mixes of iconic live performances alongside new remixes and medleys of classic Elvis recordings.—
Bob Mehr,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
18 Feb. 2026
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While further details on how the segment will work were not immediately available, awards shows often have multi-artist performances delivered as tight medleys, although eight is a lot.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2026
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Featuring a series of images and collages commissioned for the inaugural edition of Chanel’s Arts & Culture Magazine, the exhibition will run till April 16.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Long used by graphic designers and ad execs, mood boards are collages of images and words—magazine clippings, movie stills, headlines—that guide how a project is supposed to feel.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
24 Feb. 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
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The result also spotlights conference championships’ awkward fit in the current system, particularly given the fact that conference expansion has led to jumbles atop each league’s standings.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
7 Dec. 2025
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Its mild garlic flavor is used the same way as onion chives, sprinkled over salads, potatoes, soups, and stews.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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Cooking with a tagine unlocks rich, layered flavors and tender textures that elevate meals beyond traditional stews.—
Bridget Shirvell,
Martha Stewart,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Salads.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/salads. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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