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an unorganized collection or mixture of various things
the painting was just a mishmash of colors and abstract shapes as far as we could tell
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Recent Examples of mishmash
Nevertheless, many of the Wings’ errors are unforced, potentially a result of their mishmash of players not being on the same page.
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Sabreena Merchant, The Athletic, 19 Aug. 2024
Seasoning The Difference Between Oyster Dressing And Oyster Pie
Both Oyster Pie and Oyster Dressing are casseroles, meaning they're baked in the oven with a mishmash of other hearty ingredients.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
The resulting energy policy incentives were to be implemented through a mishmash of new rules and tax credits.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Still, this mishmash of meteorological and geological references is assertive and hopeful.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 8 Oct. 2024
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Sabreena Merchant, The Athletic, 19 Aug. 2024
Seasoning The Difference Between Oyster Dressing And Oyster Pie
Both Oyster Pie and Oyster Dressing are casseroles, meaning they're baked in the oven with a mishmash of other hearty ingredients.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
The resulting energy policy incentives were to be implemented through a mishmash of new rules and tax credits.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Still, this mishmash of meteorological and geological references is assertive and hopeful.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 8 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mishmash
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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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The restaurant’s veggie penne pasta ($17) comes with a medley of vegetables with a roasted tomato-coconut sauce.Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025
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Carrie Underwood is set to perform just before the ball drops, ringing in the new year with a medley of her greatest hits.Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 31 Dec. 2024
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Officials from the Cotton Bowl, ESPN, the city of Arlington, AT&T Stadium, fire and police departments had discussed a variety of Plan B options, which included moving the start of the game to Saturday afternoon, or evening.Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Jan. 2025
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In states with medical marijuana, the substance can be prescribed by a doctor, including to treat a variety of conditions such as chronic pain, multiple sclerosis, severe nausea and Alzheimer’s disease, according to the Mayo Clinic.Ian Max Stevenson, Idaho Statesman, 10 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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The buzzword might feel trendy, but the concept goes deeper than aesthetic collages or repeating affirmations in the mirror.Daisy Maldonado, refinery29.com, 6 Jan. 2025
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Through surreal collages, abstract dreamscapes, and hauntingly beautiful animals, EMA paints a picture of humanity’s past, present, and future in the midst of challenges and changes.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 31 Dec. 2024
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As Newsweek Sports continues its survey of the Top 10 players at each position in Major League Baseball, second base stands out as a distinct hodgepodge.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
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The moderate temperature also gives you enough time to move the eggs around and avoid a hodgepodge of overcooked and undercooked eggs.The New York Times News Service Syndicate, The Denver Post, 1 Jan. 2025
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“Mishmash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mishmash. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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