as in varied
consisting of many things of different sorts
the museum's eclectic collection has everything from a giraffe skeleton to medieval musical instruments
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Recent Examples of eclectic
The result is a daring collection of originals and covers that highlight Flea’s unbridled dedication to both the trumpet and bass, but also his eclectic influences and tastes.
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Lina Lecaro, Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
An animal print can be layered with pretty much any pattern or color story for a bit of eclectic flair.
—Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 25 Mar. 2026
With clothes leaning matter-of-fact and pragmatic this season, there was a lot of room for eclectic accessories.
—Alexandra Hildreth, Vogue, 23 Mar. 2026
Since then, Cantens has crafted an eclectic career that has included two years coaching pro ball in Germany.
—Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2026
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Lina Lecaro, Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
An animal print can be layered with pretty much any pattern or color story for a bit of eclectic flair.
—Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 25 Mar. 2026
With clothes leaning matter-of-fact and pragmatic this season, there was a lot of room for eclectic accessories.
—Alexandra Hildreth, Vogue, 23 Mar. 2026
Since then, Cantens has crafted an eclectic career that has included two years coaching pro ball in Germany.
—Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eclectic
Adjective
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Another ancient tradition is the extensive prayers of the faithful, interspersed with genuflections, which today include intentions as varied as praying for the pope, for the Jewish people, and for those who do not believe in God.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2026
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The neighborhood/area The hotel sits in the North Loop area of Minneapolis, blocks away from the iconic Hennepin Street Bridge with easy access to the riverfront parks along the Mississippi, with their great cycling and walking trails and varied perspectives on the city.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The feature starring Jaafar Jackson as the King of Pop and directed by Antoine Fuqua is strong across all demos and diverse groups, though slightly more pronounced in first choice with men and women over 25.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2026
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Although no continent on Earth is now untouched by the diverse and delicious seed and food crops developed in the Americas, the brilliance of the native peoples who domesticated these nourishing plants over millennia has largely been overlooked by history.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Would there be community support to change zoning to encourage more residential and mixed-use development in the 19 acres up against the 57 Freeway, bordered by Orangethorpe, Placentia and Crowther avenues?—
Heather McRea,
Oc Register,
3 Apr. 2026
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Its southern counterpart, meanwhile, will be a little taller at 889 ft (270 m), with mixed-use residential space and another rooftop terrace.—
Adam Williams
April 03,
New Atlas,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Adhesive bandages in assorted sizes.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
24 Mar. 2026
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The brunch stations feature greens, fruit salads, Greek yogurt with assorted toppings, bakery, charcuterie, seafood on ice, an omelet station, and a carving station with prime rib and Atlantic salmon.—
Elaine Rewolinski,
jsonline.com,
23 Mar. 2026
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