as in collages
something that holds or includes many different things
They used the drawer as a catchall for kitchen items.
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Noun
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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 -
Those span a number of mediums, including collages, sculptures and more paintings.—
Andrea Michelson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
29 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The world is a lot bigger than just kale salads.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
23 Dec. 2024
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Like many of our favorite salads (chicken salad, tuna salad, ham salad), this recipe does not include any lettuce.—
Krissy Tiglias,
Southern Living,
23 Dec. 2024
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Much of The Return is spent sorting through the detritus of Laura’s case: a resolute look backwards that ultimately points the series toward some uncertain future.—
K. Austin Collins,
The Atlantic,
7 Feb. 2025
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The fires sent lead and chlorine into the air and there are concerns that the detritus from the blazes could contaminate water supplies.—
Umair Irfan,
Vox,
5 Feb. 2025
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The most successful, or at least fascinating, of these movies tends to mess in one way or another with his seemingly carefree relationship to notions of authenticity or identity.—
Alissa Wilkinson,
New York Times,
29 Dec. 2024
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The overall goal is to rid drinkers of any preconceived notions or pressure to experience wine in a certain way.—
Andrew Watman,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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Currently, 212 breeds and varieties are recognized by the American Kennel Club which are divided into seven groups (sporting, hound, working, terrier, toy, non-sporting, herding).—
Jalen Williams,
Detroit Free Press,
24 Dec. 2024
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Firstly, there's no knowing what varieties of sticky residue exist on the floor of the United Center mid-game, and the furry bag is hovering dangerously close to the surface.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Catchalls.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catchalls. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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