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patchwork

[pach-wurk] / ˈpætʃˌwɜrk /


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Bettencourt, chair of the Senate Committee on Local Government, later defended the letter in an interview, arguing Texas could not allow counties to block growth with “a crazy patchwork quilt” of regulations.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

The result is a patchwork of wildly unequal and inadequate representation.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Nothing says “I’m building my brand” like a signature scent from Loewe or a standout patchwork cardigan from indie-darling brand Hades.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

Such patchwork schemes are typical in UK cities.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

A patchwork memory is the shame of a refugee.

From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri




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