as in eclectic
consisting of many things of different sorts
the bottom of the drawer was always a miscellaneous accumulation of odds and ends
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Recent Examples of miscellaneous
This shallow turntable is the perfect vehicle for a robust pan collection, or all your miscellaneous pot lids.
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Alex Ronan, Architectural Digest, 18 Dec. 2024
Other Helpful Accessories and Gadgets These other miscellaneous items aren't necessary but might help your workflow.
—Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2024
The same is true for business mileage—that’s particularly important because, following the tax reform changes in 2017, taxpayers can no longer claim a miscellaneous itemized deduction for unreimbursed employee travel expenses, making reimbursement plans more important than ever.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Start a Junk Basket Designate a basket (a box or bag can also work) for collecting miscellaneous items during quick cleanups.
—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2024
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Alex Ronan, Architectural Digest, 18 Dec. 2024
Other Helpful Accessories and Gadgets These other miscellaneous items aren't necessary but might help your workflow.
—Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2024
The same is true for business mileage—that’s particularly important because, following the tax reform changes in 2017, taxpayers can no longer claim a miscellaneous itemized deduction for unreimbursed employee travel expenses, making reimbursement plans more important than ever.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Start a Junk Basket Designate a basket (a box or bag can also work) for collecting miscellaneous items during quick cleanups.
—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for miscellaneous
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The eclectic boutique offers a mix of labels, from Ulla Johnson to Sea New York to Proenza Schouler.Elise Taylor, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2025
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This project for The Carlyle seems like a natural fit, marrying his vibrant, eclectic style with the hotel's signature elegance.Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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While Woody Johnson is on the receiving end of much ridicule from assorted VOS Gasbags and mouths from other media precincts, he is rarely given credit for presiding over the NFL’s most entertaining reality show.Bob Raissman, New York Daily News, 11 Jan. 2025
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The Chateau penthouse was overflowing with actors and assorted glitterati, including two of last year’s biggest pop stars in Charli XCX and Sabrina Carpenter.Benjamin Svetkey and Julian Sancton, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Jan. 2025
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Shape: Tools with varied edges work best for different body areas.Lisa DeSantis, Glamour, 13 Jan. 2025
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Strengthening school safety is a top priority for families, communities and educational institutions, and innovative solutions are necessary to protect against varied and expanding physical and digital threats.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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One key issue is the company’s mixed growth in the commercial sector via its Foundry platform which is designed for commercial customers in industries like manufacturing, retail, and healthcare.Trefis Team, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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According to the advisory, mixed precipitation is expected, with snow accumulations up to two inches likely.Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 9 Jan. 2025
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“Miscellaneous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/miscellaneous. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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