collage

noun

kə-ˈläzh How to pronounce collage (audio)
Definition of collagenext
as in jumble
an unorganized collection or mixture of various things my scrapbook is just a collage of articles, pictures, cartoons, and observations that I have deemed worth saving

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Recent Examples of collage The cut luxuriates in the pure sound of the songs that make up its collage. — Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026 Yet the Beasties rebounded with one of the most shockingly brilliant sophomore albums ever, the sampledelic collage Paul’s Boutique, in the golden hip-hop summer of 1989. — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 28 Aug. 2026 Composed of poetic extracts from interviews Kapla recorded with residents of a settlement deep in the Swedish forest, this book offers a collage of everyday gripes, lyricism expressed in everyday language, and unexpected glimpses of the sublime. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 26 Aug. 2026 Felix and Pierre’s Picnic Shop will offer collage tables and letterpress demonstrations, while Bar Bacetti will host a Disco Brunch on Saturday and Jazz Brunch on Sunday. — Holly Alvarado, Daily News, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for collage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for collage
  1. jumble
  2. medley
  3. variety
  4. assortment
  5. montage
Noun
  • 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
  • Macaroons are chewy jumbles of coconut bound together with egg whites and sweetened condensed milk.
    — Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Definition of jumble
Noun
  • Sombr, Raye, Teddy Swims, Raye, and surprise guest Adam Lambert put on their best leather to celebrate the legacy of George Michael tonight with a medley of songs at the MTV Video Music Awards.
    — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Derived from the Italian word for garden, Chicago-style giardiniera is a veggie medley cured in vinegar and packed in oil, with a satisfyingly crunchy flavor profile ranging from briny to tangy to hot.
    — Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of medley
Noun
  • For families Traveling families have a variety of room choices, with some suites offering kitchenettes, separate living areas, multiple rooms, and private balconies to spread out.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Across six hour-long episodes, the show follows a variety of urban animals to uncover the challenges of living alongside the human race.
    — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of variety
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  • The taquería offers a full menu with an assortment of Mexican food, including carne asada, enchiladas, quesadillas, tortas, and breakfast burritos, but the chain is best known for its tacos and super-sized burritos.
    — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 1 Oct. 2026
  • The two-level size will allow Uniqlo to showcase its full LifeWear assortment, the chief executive officer said.
    — Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of assortment
Noun
  • Inside, a montage of moments from Northwestern University’s long path to rebuilding its football stadium played across the video screens.
    — Shun Graves, Chicago Tribune, 4 Oct. 2026
  • The clip opens with a montage of archival footage and interviews with Perry discussing his desire to make people laugh and become famous, as well as the phone call that changed his life when he was offered the role of Chandler Bing on Friends.
    — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of montage

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