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Recent Examples of minimalism
Midair, Govan dreamed up a temple to minimalism called Dia Beacon.
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Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 6 Mar. 2026
But Spiro has suggested that this may only be a temporary dwelling place, at least at this level of balladic minimalism.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 5 Mar. 2026
Forego sterile minimalism and use this $14 two-pack of glass bottles for everyday everyday necessities like vitamins and mouthwash to be visible and within arm’s reach.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2026
Where Love Story delivers high-society minimalism, Sex and the City gives you the chaotic, glamorous dating scene happening in the same city during roughly the same era.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 4 Mar. 2026
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Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 6 Mar. 2026
But Spiro has suggested that this may only be a temporary dwelling place, at least at this level of balladic minimalism.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 5 Mar. 2026
Forego sterile minimalism and use this $14 two-pack of glass bottles for everyday everyday necessities like vitamins and mouthwash to be visible and within arm’s reach.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2026
Where Love Story delivers high-society minimalism, Sex and the City gives you the chaotic, glamorous dating scene happening in the same city during roughly the same era.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for minimalism
Noun
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Matcha is generally safe to drink in moderation.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
12 Mar. 2026
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Harris has promised moderation and a focus on the district's problems, contrasting himself with Greene's bomb-throwing style.—
JEFF AMY AND SOPHIE BATES THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Something about the simplicity of that, coupled with the canyon’s display of deep time, reminded me how small and temporary my own existence was, and therefore how precious.—
Rosecrans Baldwin,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Mar. 2026
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Some approaches to astrophotography emphasize simplicity and portability, while others reward patience and precision.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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Iran’s legal system is based on one interpretation of what Islam teaches about gender roles and modesty for women, and is used to control women, said Iqbal Akhtar, professor of politics and international relations and religious studies at Florida International University.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
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Mike Kelly, a former Vikings executive turned technology CEO who remains a season ticket holder, long felt this modesty was what separated Brzezinski from other front-office types.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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There’s even a little bit of elegance to the way the first three episodes are delivered through Eleanor’s perspective, followed by two Nancy episodes and two Mary episodes.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Mar. 2026
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The living quarters exude a minimalist elegance, with natural materials and soft textures throughout.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
12 Mar. 2026
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Because college football players can’t unionize and bargain rules, anti-tampering and other prohibitions aren’t exempt from antitrust scrutiny and can be challenged as unreasonable restraints on trade and price-fixing schemes.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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Heller notes that restraint matters too—excessive throw pillows can make a primary bedroom feel fussy.—
Jacorey Moon,
Architectural Digest,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Multitasker is an understatement.—
Michael Slenske,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Mar. 2026
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Quick is a bit of an understatement.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Minimalism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minimalism. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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