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as in streamlined
to make less complex
you need to simplify this process somewhat or you'll never finish it today
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as in explained
to make plain or understandable
the book simplifies for the layman some concepts of economics
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Recent Examples of simplified
Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 5 Jan. 2026
Unlike earlier simplified models, these simulations accounted for multiple interacting processes at once.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 3 Jan. 2026
As someone who loves a simplified makeup routine, I was immediately sold on Stewart’s two-in-one foundation.
—Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 29 Dec. 2025
Some states allow small estates to go through a simplified probate process or excuse them from the process altogether.
—Sarah O'Brien, CNBC, 26 Dec. 2025
The calculation looks at the current orbits of all cataloged objects and makes simplified assumptions about factors such as satellite distributions in orbit.
—Jeremy Hsu, Scientific American, 18 Dec. 2025
The identities of Darcula members, who operate largely in simplified Chinese, are largely unknown.
—Kevin Collier, NBC news, 17 Dec. 2025
First, the need for a simplified surgical technique that could be executed quickly in varied environments, and second, an inexpensive replacement lens.
—Pasquale Hinrichs, CNN Money, 15 Dec. 2025
Rodents eat simplified, extremely high-fat lab diets that don’t resemble how people eat, according to Bass.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 8 Dec. 2025
Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
The if-then paradigm needs to be simplified.
—Michael Isaacson, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026
That opened up some important practice time to work on assistant coach Jeff Van Gundy’s defensive schemes, which, Lue said, have been simplified and better tailored for this season’s personnel.
—Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 6 Jan. 2026
After the first steamboat left Pittsburgh for New Orleans in late 1811, travel upstream as well as down was simplified.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 4 Jan. 2026
According to a recent study by Bright Saver, a nonprofit group that advocates for small-scale solar, simplified permitting requirements will lower costs of installation by as much as 50%, providing a return on investment in 2-3 years.
—Bob Norberg, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Jan. 2026
This change simplified the most vexing problems, of corrosion and containment, while preserving the high process heat that molten salt makes possible.
—Colin Jones, New Yorker, 18 Dec. 2025
The process for stealing goods is simplified for thieves, thanks to modern internet tools and artificial intelligence.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 8 Dec. 2025
Despite this season’s struggles, and issues, the Dolphins haven’t simplified the offense or defense much, if at all.
—Omar Kelly
november 7, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
An easy way to achieve this is by using simplified color palettes without bold contrasts to support calm in high-activity rooms like kitchens and living rooms.
—Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 5 Jan. 2026
Unlike earlier simplified models, these simulations accounted for multiple interacting processes at once.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 3 Jan. 2026
As someone who loves a simplified makeup routine, I was immediately sold on Stewart’s two-in-one foundation.
—Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 29 Dec. 2025
Some states allow small estates to go through a simplified probate process or excuse them from the process altogether.
—Sarah O'Brien, CNBC, 26 Dec. 2025
The calculation looks at the current orbits of all cataloged objects and makes simplified assumptions about factors such as satellite distributions in orbit.
—Jeremy Hsu, Scientific American, 18 Dec. 2025
The identities of Darcula members, who operate largely in simplified Chinese, are largely unknown.
—Kevin Collier, NBC news, 17 Dec. 2025
First, the need for a simplified surgical technique that could be executed quickly in varied environments, and second, an inexpensive replacement lens.
—Pasquale Hinrichs, CNN Money, 15 Dec. 2025
Rodents eat simplified, extremely high-fat lab diets that don’t resemble how people eat, according to Bass.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 8 Dec. 2025
Verb
Designed to work seamlessly with the company’s own hardware while remaining broadly compatible, the R1 glasses bring high refresh rates and simplified connectivity to the growing AR gaming space.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
The if-then paradigm needs to be simplified.
—Michael Isaacson, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026
That opened up some important practice time to work on assistant coach Jeff Van Gundy’s defensive schemes, which, Lue said, have been simplified and better tailored for this season’s personnel.
—Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 6 Jan. 2026
After the first steamboat left Pittsburgh for New Orleans in late 1811, travel upstream as well as down was simplified.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 4 Jan. 2026
According to a recent study by Bright Saver, a nonprofit group that advocates for small-scale solar, simplified permitting requirements will lower costs of installation by as much as 50%, providing a return on investment in 2-3 years.
—Bob Norberg, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Jan. 2026
This change simplified the most vexing problems, of corrosion and containment, while preserving the high process heat that molten salt makes possible.
—Colin Jones, New Yorker, 18 Dec. 2025
The process for stealing goods is simplified for thieves, thanks to modern internet tools and artificial intelligence.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 8 Dec. 2025
Despite this season’s struggles, and issues, the Dolphins haven’t simplified the offense or defense much, if at all.
—Omar Kelly
november 7, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for simplified
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Dezyfurni Mid Century Modern Bamboo Folding Desk This sleek and simplistic desk cleverly folds down when not needed, providing extra workspace in narrow or underutilized areas.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Jan. 2026
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Other critics say the city is looking at the finances of the park’s clubs in too simplistic a way.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Jan. 2026
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Lurie streamlined housing approvals, re-organized and sped up city safety responses, launched an anti-homelessness campaign and won a 73 percent approval rating among local voters.—
Thomas D. Elias,
Oc Register,
8 Jan. 2026
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Next steps Segura has promised that the plans for the 12 schools starting turnarounds next year will be much more organized and streamlined since the district has more time to plan.—
Keri Heath,
Austin American Statesman,
4 Jan. 2026
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In an interview with Interesting Engineering, UEL researcher Daehyun Kim explained that SCARABS focuses on exploration reliability rather than experimental payloads.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Jan. 2026
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Night vision goggles worn by the pilot and hoist operator give a tube of vision, explained Atkins.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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The least convincing aspect of the show is the conspiracy itself, which seems oversimplified for a scandal of its magnitude.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
29 Oct. 2025
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There’s a story worth telling here, a snapshot within a sprawling tragedy, but Avrich can’t make a bigger statement that doesn’t feel oversimplified.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Sep. 2025
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The strength of the market is perhaps best illustrated by retailer appetite.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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The exchange illustrated that tensions remain high in Congress as the government shutdown continues into its 37th day.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Sometimes, of course, the answer is an uncomplicated yes.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
27 Oct. 2025
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These were almost always uncomplicated matters that any first-year law student could handle, regardless of how somber Simon tried to make them.—
Lizz Schumer,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The college’s spokesperson has not clarified what the repayment terms will be.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Nov. 2025
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Inman also confirmed the aircraft had recently undergone a heavy maintenance check in San Antonio, and clarified earlier reports of the plane reaching 475 feet were inaccurate.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Iron–sodium cells have already demonstrated stable cycling in long-term tests, with additional data still accumulating.—
Tejasri Gururaj,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Jan. 2026
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Trump has demonstrated the courage required to demand better for the American people and to deliver on his promises.—
Robert Romano,
Boston Herald,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Simplified.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simplified. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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