grab bag

Example Sentences

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I’ve always been leery of short-term rentals, and my friends’ recent experience is further proof that rummaging through an online grab bag of properties isn’t for me.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

“Perfect World” is the grab bag of the lot.

From Salon • Jul. 8, 2025

After morning break, Mrs Curtis is putting together a grab bag for an eight-year-old pupil whose mum rang the school earlier to let them know they've had to leave their home in a hurry.

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2025

This British anthology series is a magical grab bag, perfect for anyone with decision fatigue who still wants a parade of delights.

From New York Times • Sep. 7, 2023

The sheriff's job was not an easy one, and that county which, out of the grab bag of popular elections, pulled a good sheriff was lucky.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck