as in tapestry
something made up of a variety of different things, people, etc.
Immigrants from all corners of the globe have contributed to the city's complex cultural mosaic.
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Recent Examples of mosaic
Mosaic madness Adorn a nonfunctional fireplace with a kaleidoscope of mosaics.
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Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 20 Nov. 2024
The cathedral of Monreale’s mosaics — containing 2.2kg of solid gold — was just restored at a cost of €1.1 million ($1.14 million).
—Melvin Backman, Quartz, 24 Dec. 2024
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The Crab's claws
A new mosaic of the Crab Nebula by the mighty James Webb Space Telescope was released in June.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 24 Dec. 2024
Your work draws inspiration from the art of pietra dura and traditional Islamic mosaics.
—Sonya Rehman, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
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Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 20 Nov. 2024
The cathedral of Monreale’s mosaics — containing 2.2kg of solid gold — was just restored at a cost of €1.1 million ($1.14 million).
—Melvin Backman, Quartz, 24 Dec. 2024
Read more: Atlas V rocket launches its final national security mission for US military (video)
The Crab's claws
A new mosaic of the Crab Nebula by the mighty James Webb Space Telescope was released in June.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 24 Dec. 2024
Your work draws inspiration from the art of pietra dura and traditional Islamic mosaics.
—Sonya Rehman, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mosaic
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At just under 70 square miles, the nation’s capital is home to a vivid tapestry of African-American and Diasporic communities that represent a microcosm of the country at large.—
Essence,
Essence,
17 Jan. 2025
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The historic Mediterranean-style house is filled with art and antiques (including ancient Roman sculptures, one of the largest collections of Italian furniture in the U.S., and tapestries from the Renaissance).—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
16 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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Released last month, the six-track EP is a seamless fusion of Karri’s Bay Area roots and his profound admiration for Toronto’s moody R&B sonics.—
Carl Lamarre,
Billboard,
24 Jan. 2025
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In severe cases, foot arthritis can be treated with surgery, such as a joint fusion.—
Sarah Richards,
Verywell Health,
23 Jan. 2025
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Carbon fiber composite and aviation-grade aluminum materials promise to keep the bike light enough to fly, and durable enough to handle road stresses.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 Jan. 2025
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New technology, such as stone plastic composites, allows flooring manufacturers to produce materials with the look and texture of wood without cutting down a single tree.—
Rotem Eylor,
Forbes,
7 Jan. 2025
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“Mosaic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mosaic. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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