as in eclectic
consisting of many things of different sorts
the seating in the hall was a heterogeneous collection of old school desk chairs, wood and metal folding chairs, and even a few plush theater seats
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Recent Examples of heterogeneous
However, the automotive industry faces significant challenges, including the need for real-time telemetry, predictive analytics for maintenance and seamless integration of heterogeneous data sources.
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Amey Banarse, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
First, for complex, heterogeneous, price-sensitive sectors such as industry, a carbon tax is a fine policy.
—Hal Harvey, Foreign Affairs, 9 June 2020
Though biosimilar diffusion is heterogeneous across European countries, generally speaking biosimilars spanning a wide range of reference biologics were approved and launched earlier in Europe and soon achieved fairly rapid uptake.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Well, communities themselves tend to be more homogenous than heterogeneous.
—Fortune Editors, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2024
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Amey Banarse, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
First, for complex, heterogeneous, price-sensitive sectors such as industry, a carbon tax is a fine policy.
—Hal Harvey, Foreign Affairs, 9 June 2020
Though biosimilar diffusion is heterogeneous across European countries, generally speaking biosimilars spanning a wide range of reference biologics were approved and launched earlier in Europe and soon achieved fairly rapid uptake.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Well, communities themselves tend to be more homogenous than heterogeneous.
—Fortune Editors, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heterogeneous
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Now celebrating its 36th anniversary, this international festival from Jan. 2 to 12 is known and loved for its eclectic lineup of movies, stellar access to megawatt stars and for showcasing food focused films in a series of fun feasts called Dinner and a Movie.Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Strewn against the bar's chic themes are festive garlands, wreaths and bows, providing the perfect eclectic backdrop.Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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Take a walk after a meal Blood sugar levels that fluctuate excessively can result in poor mood, fatigue and excessive hunger, and while eating a varied diet can also help, a brisk walk after eating has been scientifically proven to help balance them.Hannah Coates, Vogue, 1 Jan. 2025
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Off-road riding is actually kind to electric motorcycles since speeds are lower, more varied and includes more opportunities for regenerative braking.William Roberson, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Despite the mixed responses, the image continues to fuel debate across social media.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Alternatively, operators can opt for mixed cabins of 16, 18, 20, or super-luxury 538-square-foot apartments.Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024
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After significant setbacks to diversity initiatives in 2024, companies will increase efforts to hire and develop talent with diverse voices and backgrounds, understanding that innovation thrives on a variety of viewpoints.William Arruda, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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Catlett’s civil rights activism stood at the forefront of her diverse practice, which incorporated printmaking, sculpture, collage, and painting, among other media.Leilah Babirye, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2025
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Marky’s Caviar is a New York institution, known for their caviar and Breads Bakery is famous for their babka and assorted breads and pastries.Aly Walansky, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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There are holiday lights, assorted plates and plastic cutlery for those family meals, batteries and old tech that’s now been replaced.Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Heterogeneous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heterogeneous. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.
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