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Recent Examples of minimalism
Don’t let the luxury trappings distract you from Charlie Mitchell’s audacious tasting menu, which channels soul-food maximalism through Japanese minimalism.
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Ligaya Mishan, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Dow notes that for those who are drawn to minimalism, the clean lines and chrome fittings of these cabinets are a perfect match—and the cabinets come in many colorways or can be spray painted.
—Lacey Ramburger, The Spruce, 11 May 2026
If maximalism feels too noisy and minimalism feels too boring, midimalism might be your perfect decor vibe.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 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
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Ligaya Mishan, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Dow notes that for those who are drawn to minimalism, the clean lines and chrome fittings of these cabinets are a perfect match—and the cabinets come in many colorways or can be spray painted.
—Lacey Ramburger, The Spruce, 11 May 2026
If maximalism feels too noisy and minimalism feels too boring, midimalism might be your perfect decor vibe.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for minimalism
Noun
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Younger consumers are drinking less alcohol overall, while older drinkers are seeking moderation without removing themselves from social occasions.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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There are also alternative – some argue extremist – sites that limit content moderation, including 4chan, BitChute, Gab, GETTR, Parler, Rumble and Truth Social.—
Nathalie Japkowicz,
The Conversation,
18 May 2026
Noun
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The challenge is staying true to its simplicity while expanding.—
Ellen Sheng,
CNBC,
19 May 2026
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His advice for men starting from scratch is a model of French simplicity.—
Pooja Mistry,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
Noun
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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
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Many religions condemn vanity and praise modesty, which can inform attitudes toward cosmetic work.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Its elegance is showcased in movies, books, and art.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
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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
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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
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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
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To say there is a lot going on here would be an understatement.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
15 May 2026
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To say the Philadelphia Eagles faithful was ecstatic when the Miami Dolphins hired Kevin Patullo would be an understatement.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 May 2026
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“Minimalism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minimalism. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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