* Simple description: "The attic was filled with miscellaneous items, from old toys to dusty books."
* With a specific category: "The store offered a wide variety of miscellaneous kitchen gadgets."
* As a synonym for "other": "The list included groceries, toiletries, and miscellaneous items like batteries and cleaning supplies."
* Emphasis on variety: "The museum's collection contained miscellaneous artifacts from ancient civilizations, medieval Europe, and the Renaissance."
* To highlight lack of organization: "My desk is a mess of papers, folders, and miscellaneous clutter."
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