as in easy
involving minimal difficulty or effort
getting paid to watch and review movies seems like a painless way to earn a living
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Recent Examples of painless
But if director Michael Greene’s sophomore feature shortchanges the musical performances that should be its main selling point for a pedestrian crime-drama arc, this nonetheless emerges a painless diversion, one likely to become a guilty-pleasure favorite for fans of the acts showcased.
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Dennis Harvey, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
Prefab Modern Tiny House If the price tag wasn’t enough to win you over, perhaps the painless assembly process will.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
But in the hands of a seasoned professional, rest assured that your ear piercing experience will be as smooth and painless as possible.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 16 Dec. 2025
The treatment was pleasant and completely painless—already a winner on my list.
—Maria Goldbach, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2025
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Dennis Harvey, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
Prefab Modern Tiny House If the price tag wasn’t enough to win you over, perhaps the painless assembly process will.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
But in the hands of a seasoned professional, rest assured that your ear piercing experience will be as smooth and painless as possible.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 16 Dec. 2025
The treatment was pleasant and completely painless—already a winner on my list.
—Maria Goldbach, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for painless
Adjective
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The Game Zone arcade area is another easy win, especially for younger kids and teens, with a mix of high-tech games and nostalgic favorites that make a great break from the sun.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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The step-through frame is legit-easy for riders of all sizes.—
Joe Salas
April 07,
New Atlas,
7 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Some patients wait and see The early experience with the pill hasn’t been smooth for everyone.—
Annika Kim Constantino,
CNBC,
7 Apr. 2026
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Their bestselling Regenerating Cleanser gently polishes away impurities and dullness to reveal a healthy-looking, radiant glow, clinically proven to make skin look brighter, smoother, more hydrated and pores look smaller.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Build buffer time, trim one commitment, then return to the itinerary with even gentler expectations and a simpler packing list.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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Parents, guardians, aunts and uncles don't have time to read every book on the shelf while trying to pick something for the young reader in their life, so here are some simple ways to determine if a book is suitable for that child.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Idaho residents have far cheaper license and hunting tag prices than nonresidents, as well as far more hunting tag opportunities than nonresidents.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Apr. 2026
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The carrier is launching new, cheaper tiers for its top-end Polaris and premium economy cabins that come with many of the same perks — but plenty of restrictions too.—
Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Painless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/painless. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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