as in breeze
informal
a decision or choice that is very easy to make and requires very little thought
The offer of a full scholarship made his choice of colleges a no-brainer.
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Recent Examples of no-brainer
These easy pull-on pants are a versatile, no-brainer addition to any summer wardrobe, with five-star reviews to back up the hype.
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Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
26 June 2026
At 50% off, this deal is a no-brainer.
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George Yang,
PC Magazine,
26 June 2026
Kelce’s older brother and fellow football great, Jason, and Swift’s younger brother, Austin, are both no-brainers.
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Clara Molot,
Vanity Fair,
24 June 2026
This oversized, V-neck tee is a no-brainer addition to your year-round wardrobe, thanks to its relaxed fit that works for running errands, traveling, or lounging at home.
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Jill Layton,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
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Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
26 June 2026
At 50% off, this deal is a no-brainer.
—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
26 June 2026
Kelce’s older brother and fellow football great, Jason, and Swift’s younger brother, Austin, are both no-brainers.
—
Clara Molot,
Vanity Fair,
24 June 2026
This oversized, V-neck tee is a no-brainer addition to your year-round wardrobe, thanks to its relaxed fit that works for running errands, traveling, or lounging at home.
—
Jill Layton,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for no-brainer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for no-brainer
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Its compact size and functional interior and exterior pockets will make zipping through airport security or stopping for gas on road trips a breeze — no more digging through disorganized totes to locate your wallet and phone.
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Simply plant the lightweight poles in the sand, face it into the breeze, and let the wind do the rest.
Noun
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While CinemaCon 2026 brought us exciting news about new films, it was also bogged down with status quo nothings about how Amazon MGM still hasn’t found a new James Bond.
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When Dana, who, like Virginia, had been successful in writing pleasant but undistinguished nothings—in her case, songs for Billy Rose’s revues—decided to try taking on more serious music by studying with Boulanger, Virginia entered a deep downward spiral.
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