Miscellaneous
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Common Pairings
Often pairs with words like 'items', 'materials', or 'expenses' to describe diverse collections or costs. The company's financial report showed a high increase in miscellaneous expenses last quarter.
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No Main Theme
Indicates that items or elements don't share a common theme or purpose. I found a drawer full of miscellaneous utensils, from bottle openers to chopsticks.
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Casual Conversations
Use in informal contexts to refer to a random assortment without detailing each element. She keeps a lot of miscellaneous stuff on her desk, from toys to old receipts.