minimalism

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Recent Examples of minimalism The Australian designer has worked with Jaeger-LeCoultre on Atmos reinterpretations since 2008, and the newest editions shown in Milan leaned into his signature futuristic minimalism without sacrificing the clock’s almost meditative presence. Taylor Stoddard, Robb Report, 8 May 2026 Surprisingly, too, with a then-fresh, sizzling brand of minimalism that became the bedrock of all electro music that followed. A.d. Amorosi, SPIN, 7 May 2026 He’s known as one of the pioneers of minimalism, a style which focuses on repetition and structure. Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2026 But BandWith Chicago’s new home in East Garfield Park displays a more contemporary approach to minimalism, one that richly layers old and new elements in a compelling solution that is modest and straightforward while equally elegant and nuanced. Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for minimalism
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Noun
  • Classic sauna drinks include ice-cold lager, Long Drink, or homemade berry juices, with moderation being key.
    Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
  • Fortunately, its moderation system includes an appeal process.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 15 May 2026
Noun
  • The simplicity of LaceLocker® also remains central to its appeal.
    Nia Bowers, USA Today, 12 May 2026
  • The fresh flip-flop offerings prove that simplicity need not be sacrificed for stylishness, and that all-day comfiness should most certainly not take a back seat to a head-turning summertime aesthetic.
    Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 11 May 2026
Noun
  • Their designs integrate modesty as a core aesthetic principle rather than a constraint, resulting in garments that feel intentional and elegant.
    FMG Studios, Footwear News, 10 May 2026
  • Many religions condemn vanity and praise modesty, which can inform attitudes toward cosmetic work.
    ABC News, ABC News, 6 May 2026
Noun
  • Its elegance is showcased in movies, books, and art.
    Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
  • From May 12 to May 23, the iconic brand joins in celebrating the artistry, elegance and empowerment that define beauty, both on and off the red carpet.
    Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Noun
  • Told with exacting restraint yet as layered as the lacquer on an ebony Biedermeier console, this forms a loose triptych with Pawlikowski’s last two features, Ida and Cold War, both of which were set at least partly behind the Iron Curtain.
    Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
  • For the Dior cruise show in Los Angeles, Peter Philips treated glow with the restraint of good lighting.
    Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
Noun
  • Weiss is just one of many current coaches Cox impacted with his leadership philosophy, and that might be an understatement.
    Jesús Cano, New York Times, 10 May 2026
  • To say the opening was warmly embraced is an understatement.
    Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 9 May 2026

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“Minimalism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minimalism. Accessed 16 May. 2026.

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