Implies a careful selection of different things to cater to varied tastes or preferences. The boutique offers an assorted selection of clothing from vintage to modern styles.
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Surprise Element
Often used when the variety adds an element of surprise or discovery, as in gift packages. Kids love the assorted surprise toys that come in each package.
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Not Random
Assorted doesn't mean random; it suggests a thoughtfully curated collection of different items. She admired the assorted collection of seashells on the shelf, each picked from a different beach.