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as in plainness
the quality or state of having a form or structure of few parts or elements
the machine was designed with a simplicity that should ensure ease of use by almost anyone
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as in clarity
clearness of expression
the simplicity of this poem is beautiful
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as in madness
lack of good sense or judgment
the stupefying simplicity of the generals who thought that war would be over in a month
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as in naturalness
the quality or state of being simple and sincere
answered the judge's questions with childlike simplicity
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Recent Examples of simplicity
Why This Recipe Works Part of what makes Gaines’ bagel recipe so appealing is its simplicity.
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 June 2025
Meanwhile, Denali and Acid are the most impressive pair in looks and performance, finding a real harmony between Denali’s sleek simplicity and Acid’s layered fabrication.
—Chris Feil, Vulture, 13 June 2025
Beneath this apparent simplicity lies a profound and ongoing exploration of the connections between land, ancestry, post-colonialism, and hope for the future.
—Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 11 June 2025
Conduct an internal discovery and simplicity audit.
—Deanna Laster, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 June 2025
Meanwhile, Denali and Acid are the most impressive pair in looks and performance, finding a real harmony between Denali’s sleek simplicity and Acid’s layered fabrication.
—Chris Feil, Vulture, 13 June 2025
Beneath this apparent simplicity lies a profound and ongoing exploration of the connections between land, ancestry, post-colonialism, and hope for the future.
—Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 11 June 2025
Conduct an internal discovery and simplicity audit.
—Deanna Laster, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for simplicity
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That kind of clarity—seeing the worst-case scenario and planning backward from it—forced us to confront the unimaginable and design for it.—
Aleksandr Yampolskiy,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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Letters are subject to editing for clarity and length.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
25 June 2025
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The there is the early childhood of the people she’s been visiting, most of whom are now in their late 80s or 90s — the innocent pre-World War II days before the round-ups, the concentration camps, the madness, the murder.—
Christine DiMattei,
Sun Sentinel,
18 June 2025
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Irresistible madness: Boca Juniors and Benfica see red, Chelsea ease past LAFC Now then.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
17 June 2025
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Here's what to know Others have tried to strike a tone of unity, like Jack Posobiec, a prominent far-right influencer.—
Huo Jingnan,
NPR,
18 June 2025
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Meanwhile, an interfaith group was planning a prayer walk through downtown L.A. Wednesday evening in support of family unity.—
Salvador Hernandez,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2025
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Walter refused to plead not guilty by reason of insanity.—
Mara Bovsun,
New York Daily News,
15 June 2025
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Third, and this is key: Do not give in to insanity.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
9 June 2025
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Foxx’s office later withdrew opposition to their certificates of innocence, enabling their lawyers to use these certificates as evidence in lawsuits against the police.—
Paul Vallas,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2025
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Many of those charged protest their innocence vehemently, but since anti-doping agencies apply strict liability principles and apportion responsibility irrespective of intent, the consequences hit hard.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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In a market flooded with uniformity, a culture hellbent on sameness, and a luxury space increasingly shaped by dupes, secondhand finds, and super fakes, working with an artist can be a refreshing alternative, making the object feel less like a purchase and more like an heirloom.—
Brett Braley,
Robb Report,
18 June 2025
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Though this deal brings some uniformity to the rules, states still have separate laws regarding how NIL can be doled out, which could lead to legal challenges.—
Eddie Pells,
Baltimore Sun,
7 June 2025
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Mika Rottenberg’s work explores the pure absurdities of our current world.—
Nargess Banks,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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These over-the-top moments and the absurdity of its title may be the elements that made Zombi 2 famous, but beneath them is a movie with an eerie, uncanny vibe that's shockingly easy to get lost in.—
James Grebey,
Time,
20 June 2025
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The sincerity of Jackson’s sorrow is easy to believe in.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
21 June 2025
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Tamron took this seriously and officiated with such honor and sincerity.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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“Simplicity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simplicity. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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