potpourri

[US]/ˌpəʊpʊˈriː/
[UK]/ˌpoʊpʊˈriː/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

potpourri
n. a mixture of dried petals and spices placed in a jar, giving off a pleasant smell; a collection of various items; a mixture

Example Sentences

a potpourri of short stories and humorous verse.

She created a potpourri of scents by mixing different essential oils.

The event was a potpourri of music, dance, and art.

Her wardrobe was a potpourri of colors and styles.

The bookshop had a potpourri of genres, from mystery to romance.

The buffet offered a potpourri of dishes from different cuisines.

The market was a potpourri of sights, sounds, and smells.

The exhibition showcased a potpourri of artworks by various artists.

The city is a potpourri of cultures, with influences from around the world.

The festival was a potpourri of performances, ranging from music to theater.

The restaurant's menu offers a potpourri of dishes, catering to various tastes.

Real-world Examples

We're out! You know what? It's fine.We can use the potpourri from the bathroom! Really, we're good.

Source: The Big Bang Theory Season 9

The potpourri of atgms fielded by Ukrainian soldiers comes with many different guidance systems.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

Unfortunately, Starbucks has convinced everybody that a chai is supposed to taste like potpourri.

Source: Connection Magazine

Was that a yes or no on the potpourri? ! No, thank you! We're good!

Source: The Big Bang Theory Season 9

We can use the potpourri from the bathroom!

Source: The Big Bang Theory (Video Version) Season 9

All right, Diana has more important things to do than be your potpourri.

Source: Cat and Mouse Game Season 2

Was that a yes or no on the potpourri? !

Source: The Big Bang Theory (Video Version) Season 9

Ew! This cereal should be in the potpourri section.

Source: We Bare Bears Season 2

Telling me the baggie in your underwear drawer is potpourri? And the pee stick in your bathroom is to check for diabetes?

Source: The Big Bang Theory Season 4

Uh, shopping! We thought a nice pelt for the den, some throw pillows, a little potpourri.

Source: The Lion King 2

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