minimalism

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Recent Examples of minimalism Today's talented nail artists are reimagining minimalism with elevated details—think soft chrome sheens, delicate gems, and barely there cat-eye finishes—without losing that clean, wearable appeal. Amanda Le, InStyle, 10 Apr. 2026 Feelings and thoughts about fleeting beauty, minimalism, suffering, the natural world, and way more come through in these thoughtfully designed and assembled cars that some people build their entire personalities around. Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 9 Apr. 2026 After years of minimalism, architects, designers and homeowners are returning to more layered and detailed spaces. Allison Hatfield, Dallas Morning News, 6 Apr. 2026 Though there was a thrilling edge to their early work—the lightning-in-a-bottle sample drill of Polo Perks and Moh Baretta, that spine-tingling Pasto Flocco run—it’s been dulled a bit in favor of ambling minimalism. Olivier Lafontant, Pitchfork, 6 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for minimalism
Recent Examples of Synonyms for minimalism
Noun
  • For many people, shrimp is safe to eat in moderation.
    Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2026
  • While news outlets attempt to maintain civility in comment sections by various forms of moderation and by articulating policies of acceptable speech, moderating comments itself is a labor-intensive endeavor, and not all news outlets want to or can dedicate the necessary amount of resources to it.
    Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Staples of French cuisine, these dishes are beloved for their elegant simplicity — and are must‑tries for any foodie.
    Toni Odejimi, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
  • People really love her silent simplicity in a lot of ways.
    Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 20 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • His athletic testing, however, lacked modesty.
    Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
  • Their genuine modesty and humility was really exciting to show.
    Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • There’s a sublime elegance embodied in the stylish furniture and textiles of its 308 rooms, suites, and residences; in the vases overflowing with colorful flowers; and in that delightful, distinctive scent that fills its communal areas.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
  • The relaxed maxi silhouette and lightweight crepe fabric provide the perfect combo of elegance and comfort for a long dinner.
    Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Following the investigation, more than 50 sheriffs in Missouri and Kansas updated their restraint policies, and the National Institute for Jail Operations recommended the content for national training, signaling a push for reform in how restraint systems are managed in correctional facilities.
    Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
  • Colorado is among several states to prohibit or severely limit the use of chokeholds and neck restraints by police officers.
    Morgan Lee, Denver Post, 23 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • To call Crochet’s last start stunning would be an understatement.
    Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 17 Apr. 2026
  • Egregious would be an understatement.
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026

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“Minimalism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minimalism. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.

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