as in simple
of, relating to, or following a style (as in art or design) that is characterized by simplicity and uses a small number of colors, parts, materials, etc.
They took a minimalist approach to designing their apartment.
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Recent Examples of minimalist
His trademark is still found here, in the double-height living and dining room that features Roman clay on the walls, a massive arched window, and a minimalist fireplace.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2025
Offering a soothing, minimalist atmosphere, the train has two runs.
—The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Apr. 2025
Think elegant, ladylike pairings that balance the volume with polish, minimalist all-black ensembles that let the silhouette take center stage, and playful mix-and-match looks anchored by cool-girl sneakers.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
Five minutes from trendy nightlife area Cours Julien is Maison Juste, an Airbnb-meets-hotel with 18 minimalist rooms, self check-in, co-living common areas, and a digital reception that can deliver breakfast.
—Sophie Friedman, AFAR Media, 17 Apr. 2025
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2025
Offering a soothing, minimalist atmosphere, the train has two runs.
—The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Apr. 2025
Think elegant, ladylike pairings that balance the volume with polish, minimalist all-black ensembles that let the silhouette take center stage, and playful mix-and-match looks anchored by cool-girl sneakers.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
Five minutes from trendy nightlife area Cours Julien is Maison Juste, an Airbnb-meets-hotel with 18 minimalist rooms, self check-in, co-living common areas, and a digital reception that can deliver breakfast.
—Sophie Friedman, AFAR Media, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for minimalist
Adjective
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Even something as simple as hanging your own art on the walls or sharing a project online will work.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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Murder victim's family has been 'counting down the minutes' until South Carolina execution Texas pastor with simple dream killed in his own church.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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Consensus estimates point to modest nonfarm payroll growth of 130,000 in April and the unemployment rate holding steady at 4.2%.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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The funeral will be less formal than other papal funerals, with Francis having made changes last year around the process, including the use of a modest wooden coffin.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Editors’ Picks The writing is often straightforward and unadorned but there are evocative touches on every page and many comic moments.—
Joseph Berger,
New York Times,
24 Feb. 2025
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In these factual sections, Tuck’s voice is sober and unadorned, befitting the overwhelming horror of the subject matter.—
Robert Rubsam,
The Atlantic,
13 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Within days, a conservative legal group echoed Carr’s words in a petition asking the FCC, which governs broadcast licenses, to investigate whether coverage of Abrego Garcia on NBC, ABC and CBS distorted facts.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Guidance from Dover , also out Thursday, was prudently conservative , and the market rewarded the stock.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,Matthew J. Belvedere,
CNBC,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Minimalist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minimalist. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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