as in varieties
an unorganized collection or mixture of various things
clearing out the jungle of boxes cluttering up the garage is her project for the weekend
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Recent Examples of jungles
American soldiers sprayed Agent Orange over the jungles of Vietnam and nearby countries from the air and from the ground, often mixing it with kerosene or fuel, another carcinogen, to help disperse it.
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Angus Chen, STAT, 27 Mar. 2026
Barbu’s experience is a raw reminder of how unpredictable ultra-distance racing can be, even for an athlete who has already survived jungles, deserts and Arctic ice in a single year of competition.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2026
That series sent her through icy Arctic conditions, dense jungles, and scorching deserts — all within one calendar year, across multiple continents.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2026
This particular tyrannosaur lived near the seaway’s western coast, which was full of jungles and forests.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 12 Mar. 2026
Swim or scuba through the crystal-clear cenotes, millennia-old sinkholes scattered throughout the nearby jungles—the cold waters make a refreshing alternative to Tulum's white-sand beaches.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026
From attics filled with secrets and dragon war colleges to the jungles of Vietnam and the beaches of Newport, audiobooks can transport listeners to some unforgettable places.
—Ashlee Conour, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Our favorite Bahia Principe hotel destinations There’s no shortage of fabulous Bahia Principe properties in desirable locations—from private baysides to lush jungles.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Feb. 2026
But the jungles of Columbia are deep and thick.
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 3 Feb. 2026
Angus Chen, STAT, 27 Mar. 2026
Barbu’s experience is a raw reminder of how unpredictable ultra-distance racing can be, even for an athlete who has already survived jungles, deserts and Arctic ice in a single year of competition.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2026
That series sent her through icy Arctic conditions, dense jungles, and scorching deserts — all within one calendar year, across multiple continents.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2026
This particular tyrannosaur lived near the seaway’s western coast, which was full of jungles and forests.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 12 Mar. 2026
Swim or scuba through the crystal-clear cenotes, millennia-old sinkholes scattered throughout the nearby jungles—the cold waters make a refreshing alternative to Tulum's white-sand beaches.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026
From attics filled with secrets and dragon war colleges to the jungles of Vietnam and the beaches of Newport, audiobooks can transport listeners to some unforgettable places.
—Ashlee Conour, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Our favorite Bahia Principe hotel destinations There’s no shortage of fabulous Bahia Principe properties in desirable locations—from private baysides to lush jungles.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Feb. 2026
But the jungles of Columbia are deep and thick.
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 3 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jungles
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Speedwell is tolerant of different growing conditions and comes in groundcover varieties as well as taller, upright varieties.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Apr. 2026
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Lean tuna varieties offer an advantage in terms of protein content.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
2 Apr. 2026
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The company also described merchandising and inventory moves aimed at reenergizing its assortments.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Girls’ apparel frequently makes up the majority of kids’ clothing SKUs at major retailers, according to Woven Insights, while boys’ assortments skew toward T-shirts and pants with fewer stylistic or fit variations.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
2 Mar. 2026
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Arches and natural bridges sweep like buttresses from jumbles of rock, giving this landscape a mystical, cathedral-like quality.—
Madison Chapman,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
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Macaroons are chewy jumbles of coconut bound together with egg whites and sweetened condensed milk.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
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This 27-track collection features updated mixes of iconic live performances alongside new remixes and medleys of classic Elvis recordings.—
Bob Mehr,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
18 Feb. 2026
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While further details on how the segment will work were not immediately available, awards shows often have multi-artist performances delivered as tight medleys, although eight is a lot.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2026
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This section features collages, handwritten notes, and paintings that explore themes of adolescence, vulnerability, and alienation through childlike figures.—
Robert Lang,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2026
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A lot of great artists not known for their collages made collages.—
Laura Brown,
Artforum,
25 Mar. 2026
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This is baby squirrel season, one of two times a year when new litters arrive, and wildlife rehabilitation centers suddenly fill up.—
Itay Hod,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Masone believes that with such a high demand for these types of dogs, breeders will continue to produce litters, regardless of the health concerns associated.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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