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the state's patchwork of outdated laws regulating commercial activity on Sundays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
Kristen Waggoner, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
Today the firm continues to proffer the maximalist style with a patchwork madras sport coat that hits all the other Ivy style sweet spots, including an undarted front, a natured shoulder, and a hooked center vent.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 23 June 2025
Proponents of the 10-year moratorium say that it is needed to prevent a patchwork of state regulation that would slow the development of AI, and put the U.S. at a competitive disadvantage with China.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 23 June 2025
On the whole, greater consistency throughout a larger geographic footprint is achieved by statewide bans, rather than patchwork county or township bans.
—Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 19 June 2025
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Noun
Rushing into a patchwork of uncoordinated state laws will only slow American innovation and give China an opportunity to surge ahead and win this tech race.
—Kristen Waggoner, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
Today the firm continues to proffer the maximalist style with a patchwork madras sport coat that hits all the other Ivy style sweet spots, including an undarted front, a natured shoulder, and a hooked center vent.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 23 June 2025
Proponents of the 10-year moratorium say that it is needed to prevent a patchwork of state regulation that would slow the development of AI, and put the U.S. at a competitive disadvantage with China.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 23 June 2025
On the whole, greater consistency throughout a larger geographic footprint is achieved by statewide bans, rather than patchwork county or township bans.
—Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 19 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for patchwork
Adjective
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His tastes are eclectic, ranging from early classical to Art Deco and Modernist designs.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
9 July 2025
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He is known for his eclectic role choices, including reuniting with Back to the Future director Robert Zemeckis for the performance-capture movie Beowulf (2007).—
Kate Hogan,
People.com,
3 July 2025
Noun
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In jumbles of old stones that, to me, are barely legible as the remains of buildings, Cocon López could see the entire timeline of old Aké and how later people interacted with and repurposed what came before.—
Lizzie Wade,
Smithsonian Magazine,
23 May 2025
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Instead, voters themselves are jumbles of competing and sometimes contradictory interests.—
Chris Stirewalt,
The Hill,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The reality of Cancun is much more varied and infinitely richer than most visitors realize.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
12 July 2025
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Beaches on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast The Pacific coast runs the length of the country’s western edge, and the landscape is more varied and rugged than on the Caribbean.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
11 July 2025
Noun
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The stew usually has a tomato-and-barbecue-sauce base and includes a medley of vegetables and potatoes.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
1 July 2025
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So, Katz was, and continues to be, ahead of her time, offering a medley of individualized laser services (something that is still somewhat rare in combination) at a price that makes these often astronomical treatments relatively accessible.—
Nora Zelevansky,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
Adjective
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The Mongolian Filet is a great dish for sharing, a 10-ounce Angus beef tenderloin served on a piping-hot skillet with sauteed scallions, bean sprouts, mixed mushrooms and a sweet Szechuan sauce poured tableside.—
Michelle Stark,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 July 2025
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The Trump administration continued to send Americans mixed signals on who is exempt from its massive effort to remove millions of undocumented immigrants out of the country.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Each three-pack is available in a variety of sizes, including small, medium, large, and more, and comes in more than four color options, too (although prices vary by style and size).—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 July 2025
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Water sources, indigenous barley varieties, a hot climate, and seasonal changes resulting from the monsoon cycle contribute to the unique regional signatures.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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Many craft liquor brands and assorted businesses, like bitters, are facing challenges, and several, like The Bitter Housewife are quietly closing.—
Jeanette Hurt,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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This is your last chance to stock up on Disney Lego builds, sets from Star Wars, Lego Harry Potter scenes, assorted bricks, and so much more for up to 57 percent off.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
People.com,
11 July 2025
Noun
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To attract a wider assortment of bird species, plant both evergreen and deciduous trees.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 July 2025
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Time is running out, so here’s a fresh assortment of markdowns to choose from.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
11 July 2025
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“Patchwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patchwork. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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