for simplicity's sake

phrase

: in order to make something simpler and easier
For simplicity's sake, we have rounded off the numbers to the nearest whole number.

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The two-speed turntable is built with a one-step auto start, stop and return for simplicity's sake. goodhousekeeping.com, 15 Apr. 2023 The ceiling beams and electrical lines were left exposed for simplicity's sake. Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Aug. 2022 The prices below are for the queen-sized version for simplicity's sake, but other sizes are also on sale. Medea Giordano, Wired, 29 May 2021 But for simplicity's sake, non-aerated versions only demand non-chlorinated water, compost, and a large bucket. Blair Donovan, Country Living, 28 Apr. 2020

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“For simplicity's sake.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20simplicity%27s%20sake. Accessed 25 Jul. 2026.

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