as in jumble
an unorganized collection or mixture of various things
the exhibit was a hodgepodge of mediocre art, bad art, and really bad art
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Recent Examples of hodgepodge
Of course, a little googling brought it all flooding back, a random hodgepodge of fairly gossipy tidbits: A Sony executive and a movie producer making crude, racist jokes about then President Obama.
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Andrew Wallenstein, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Baum’s tale of a fantasy world of witches, wizards, scarecrows and corn fields blended the influences of the past into something new, rather like how George Lucas created Star Wars out of a hodgepodge of influences.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024
The answer to all these questions is My Lady Jane, which blends together what should be a hodgepodge of mismatched elements into a wildly entertaining historical romance/fantasy/comedy/action chimera.
—Matt Kamen, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2024
State of play: Even though federal agencies have dialed up in-person work, the policies are still a hodgepodge.
—Cuneyt Dil, Axios, 21 Nov. 2024
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Andrew Wallenstein, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Baum’s tale of a fantasy world of witches, wizards, scarecrows and corn fields blended the influences of the past into something new, rather like how George Lucas created Star Wars out of a hodgepodge of influences.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024
The answer to all these questions is My Lady Jane, which blends together what should be a hodgepodge of mismatched elements into a wildly entertaining historical romance/fantasy/comedy/action chimera.
—Matt Kamen, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2024
State of play: Even though federal agencies have dialed up in-person work, the policies are still a hodgepodge.
—Cuneyt Dil, Axios, 21 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hodgepodge
Noun
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Minimize noise and clutter Dr. Small says environmental triggers like loud sounds and jumbles of papers and clothing can increase sundowning symptoms.—
Cathy Habas,
SELF,
17 Jan. 2025
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Owners’ names now read like jumbles of computer code, retirement homes or rock bands: Silver Sage, Dream Homes, Blue Apple, P Fin VII, Wref II, 3xs2, Vivid, Straight Red Lines, TKJK, Jags Proper.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2024
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For more than 20 years scientists at California’s Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) have occasionally encountered this five-inch translucent creature with a bizarre medley of traits.—
Jude Coleman,
Scientific American,
23 Jan. 2025
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The 50-year-old was in New York on January 16 to sing a medley of songs at the Club World Cup’s launch event for its trophy tour.—
Dan Sheldon,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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So far, the patisserie’s hokkaido milk mille crepe cake is a customer favorite, as are the tiramisu, matcha and chocolate varieties.—
Kate Bradshaw,
The Mercury News,
22 Jan. 2025
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After news of their passing shocked the world, fans across the globe grieved with the Bryant family through a variety of memorials: candlelit vigils, sculptures and public murals, recognizing Kobe and Gianna’s contributions to the world of basketball.—
Luke Chinman,
People.com,
22 Jan. 2025
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Check in here: Runners will find a warm welcome at Corpo Santo Hotel, a property near the finish line that offers a marathon kit filled with an assortment of amenities, including water and energy bars along with a complimentary massage.—
Forbes Travel Guide,
Forbes,
12 Jan. 2025
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Oort Cloud Sam Walters is a journalist covering archaeology, paleontology, ecology, and evolution for Discover, along with an assortment of other topics.—
Sam Walters,
Discover Magazine,
11 Jan. 2025
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Both of her great-grandmothers were painters; her father, Brian Simpson, is a smooth jazz pianist; and her mother, Beverley Simpson, is a collage artist.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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The ensuing preview features a wild mash-up of visual styles, from trippy digital collage to dancing AI bubble people, photo montage, found footage, nature visuals and animation.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
14 Jan. 2025
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The 2023 Commanders, however, went through a mishmash of centers despite starting inexperienced quarterback Sam Howell.—
Ben Standig,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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Like many great adaptations, then, Eggers' version is a mishmash of inspirations coming together to create a bloody great concoction.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA TODAY,
25 Dec. 2024
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