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Recent Examples of minimalism
Designed with the neighboring 12th-century Abbaye de Sénaque in mind, the monkish minimalism—polished dark wood, long, bone-white corridors—add to the unique quality of this attractive space.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026
His culinary minimalism comes through in my favorite dish at Bar Del Monte, slender lamb skewers called arrosticini, which begin with the delivery of a whole lamb to Pastan’s Mount Pleasant restaurant.
—Elazar Sontag, Washington Post, 4 June 2026
The Calvin Klein offices Klein’s headquarters took over an entire 17-story building on 39th Street in Manhattan, and DiGerlando used interior designer Joe D’Urso, the grandfather of high-tech minimalism, to decorate the space with industrial materials and fixtures.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 1 June 2026
After years dominated by the reliable little black dress and subdued minimalism, wedding guest attire is swinging loudly in the opposite direction.
—Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026
His culinary minimalism comes through in my favorite dish at Bar Del Monte, slender lamb skewers called arrosticini, which begin with the delivery of a whole lamb to Pastan’s Mount Pleasant restaurant.
—Elazar Sontag, Washington Post, 4 June 2026
The Calvin Klein offices Klein’s headquarters took over an entire 17-story building on 39th Street in Manhattan, and DiGerlando used interior designer Joe D’Urso, the grandfather of high-tech minimalism, to decorate the space with industrial materials and fixtures.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 1 June 2026
After years dominated by the reliable little black dress and subdued minimalism, wedding guest attire is swinging loudly in the opposite direction.
—Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for minimalism
Noun
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Temperance is the virtue of moderation, visible when players maintain composure under pressure.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Around the world, beer and wine are being pulled into the same moderation wave — alcohol‑free wine alone is growing at more than 20% a year.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
Noun
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But despite their simplicity, the style leaves plenty of room for personalization.—
Omenaa Boakye,
InStyle,
9 June 2026
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Soccer derives its beauty from its simplicity.—
Leander Schaerlaeckens
June 8,
Literary Hub,
8 June 2026
Noun
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These young ladies are primed for a life of modesty and subservience to their husbands and the future fathers of their children.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
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That is why organizations cannot afford to treat Humility as a nice-to-have trait or confuse it with politeness, modesty, or low confidence.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Noun
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Bespoke millwork adds instant architectural elegance, like in this luxurious bathroom by Harper Harris Design.—
Sophie Aliece Hollis,
Martha Stewart,
11 June 2026
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Just off Bamberg’s lively, strollable core is Hotel Villa Geyersworth, a four‑star, 40‑key property blending modern comfort with quiet old‑town elegance and well‑kept gardens.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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Smith died of cardiac arrest combined with acute behavioral disturbance, cocaine use and holding restraint, The Times reported.—
Adam England,
PEOPLE,
11 June 2026
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Zinedine Zidane’s infamous headbutt in the 2006 World Cup exemplifies a lack of Temperance, while excessive restraint can stifle passion.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Calling this a standard bookcase is an understatement.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
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By contrast, Bosnia and Herzegovina will be competing at the tournament for only the second time and to say there is a degree of excitement among fans at home would be something of an understatement.—
Greg O'Keeffe,
New York Times,
4 June 2026
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“Minimalism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minimalism. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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