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as in variety
an unorganized collection or mixture of various things
an assortment of nails at the bottom of my tool box
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as in diversity
the quality or state of being composed of many different elements or types
we were disappointed in the small clothing store's lack of assortment
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Recent Examples of assortment
The proactive approach of our sourcing team coupled with our relatively low direct import exposure has positioned us well to serve our customers with a quality assortment at tremendous value.
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Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Where better, then, to go for this week’s assortment of exclusive treats from The Vault?
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
Our boot assortment just looks totally different this year.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Purchase also includes a wide assortment of attachments to make this model a comprehensive cleaning tool.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2025
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Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Where better, then, to go for this week’s assortment of exclusive treats from The Vault?
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
Our boot assortment just looks totally different this year.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Purchase also includes a wide assortment of attachments to make this model a comprehensive cleaning tool.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assortment
Noun
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Eating a wide variety of nutrient-rich foods helps maintain a balanced gut microbiome.—
Abby Norman,
Verywell Health,
9 Sep. 2025
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Forbes publishes a variety of rankings, including the best employers and the richest people.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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While rooted in good intentions to promote diversity and sensitivity, the movement has evolved into a moral panic that risks stifling creativity and narrowing the bounds of free expression.—
Kevin Dickinson,
Big Think,
2 Sep. 2025
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The 2023 article also said that gender diversity contributes to greater prioritization of corporate social responsibility, social performance and social innovation.—
Vidya Plainfield,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Italian seasoning is a floral medley of a variety of herbs and adds fantastic flavor in one fell swoop.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Prior to McEntire taking the stage, as a massive red countdown clock ticked back toward showtime, a DJ played a medley of country and pop hits, turning the volume down during key phrases to let the crowd take over singing duties.—
Melonee Hurt,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 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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Baker also leads the orchestra, which sounds grand — although the sound in the arts center’s Pugh Theater often left musicians, lead singers and chorus all at the same level, with actors speaking over all of it at the same time to create a sonic jumble.—
Matthew J. Palm,
Orlando Sentinel,
27 Feb. 2025
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Before the festival, students at Escuela Verde in Silver City will create the photo collage that will be added to the giant letters, Bautch said.—
Alyssa N. Salcedo,
jsonline.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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Others went for humor, featuring Dunkin’ Donuts collages, velociraptors clutching coffees and lobsters taking the spotlight.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Assortment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assortment. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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