oversimplifications

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plural of oversimplification
as in simplifications

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  1. theories
  2. hypotheses
Noun
  • No contemporary record confirms who commissioned it, however, and other theories have attributed its patronage to figures including Matilda, William the Conqueror's wife.
    — Tiago Ventura, Time, 10 July 2026
  • By more precisely measuring this consequence of general relativity, this study also serves to constrain alternate theories that call Einstein’s conclusions into question.
    — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 8 July 2026
Definition of theories
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  • This turns out to be a parable about the long and winding road that runs from mere hypotheses through lab results and real-world data, and then on to solid truth.
    — Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 11 July 2026
  • Powar explained that these systems are increasingly capable of working independently for extended periods, testing hypotheses, solving problems, and adapting their approach without constant human input.
    — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026
Definition of hypotheses
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“Oversimplifications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oversimplifications. Accessed 18 Jul. 2026.

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