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Recent Examples of idiotproof
The eyeliner itself was great: essentially an actual marker, extremely idiotproof, thin enough to create a good cat’s-eye but thick enough to create the illusion of control in a chaotic universe.
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Rachel Handler, Vulture, 23 Dec. 2021
Also, the automatic and the M550i's all-wheel system make a good launch nearly idiotproof.
—Tony Quiroga, Car and Driver, 2 June 2021
Not only that, but navigationally, the trails were practically idiotproof.
—Eben Weiss, Outside Online, 20 Nov. 2019
Rachel Handler, Vulture, 23 Dec. 2021
Also, the automatic and the M550i's all-wheel system make a good launch nearly idiotproof.
—Tony Quiroga, Car and Driver, 2 June 2021
Not only that, but navigationally, the trails were practically idiotproof.
—Eben Weiss, Outside Online, 20 Nov. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for idiotproof
Adjective
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June 21 – July 22 Keep today’s plan as uncomplicated as possible.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
8 Feb. 2026
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Cancer June 21 – July 22 Keep today’s plan as uncomplicated as possible.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Because of the bulbous front element, filters can only be fitted at the rear, but Sigma's included GP-11 filter holder makes this surprisingly straightforward.—
Tantse Walter,
Space.com,
18 Feb. 2026
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Mok, who Banks later notes was the show’s head of story, is more straightforward.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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First, in-house manufacturing meant that its product development process took around 18 months, while competitors using third-party manufacturers could move at a much quicker pace.—
Kathryn Hopkins,
Footwear News,
17 Feb. 2026
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In fact, one of the couples who were engaged had their pod love story mostly shown as a quick montage of conversations before they got engaged.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The new method basically deletes climate change from the whole equation, which makes El Niño easier to spot.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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Republicans are expected to have a much easier time retaining the Senate than the House, but a loss can’t be ruled out.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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When political leaders announce and track massive arrest and deportation targets, then department managers hold front-line supervisors accountable for quotas, triggering a mindless pursuit of bigger and better numbers to report.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 Feb. 2026
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This shift helps explain why mental exhaustion often comes with stronger cravings for quick rewards, like sugary snacks, comfort foods or mindless scrolling.—
Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse,
The Conversation,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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That simple sentiment distills what being a Louisianan is about.—
Carlie Procell,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
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No doubt history would be very different if a citizen’s duty was simple obeyance.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The National Research Center on the Gifted and Talented (NRCGT) states family stress, low expectations, and social pressure can suppress motivation, while unchallenging schoolwork often leaves gifted learners bored and discouraged.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Nov. 2025
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And then the arresting sight of a pumpkin patch, apocalyptic spheres of swamp-green or orangeade, only good for cattle fodder, too unchallenging to grow, so not as interesting to cook with.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Spotted on editors and celebrities alike, a coat from Khaite delivers effortless ease with just the right amount of attitude.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
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The brand has expanded far beyond shapewear, and is a veritable treasure trove of elevated essentials, like easy slip dresses, stretchy-yet-stylish pants, and lightweight cardigans made for effortless layering.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Idiotproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/idiotproof. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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