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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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to make plain or understandable
the book simplifies for the layman some concepts of economics
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Recent Examples of simplified
Michael Cox, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
With its metaphorical feet held over the allegorical fire by NASA, SpaceX has released a new, simplified plan to build a lander to put US astronauts back on the Moon now that the competition for the spacecraft has been reopened due to delays.
—New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2025
It's also added Chinese (both simplified, and traditional) to Live Translation on AirPods, as well as Italian, Japanese, and Korean.
—PC Magazine, 4 Nov. 2025
Previously apparel, footwear and performance materials, the company now has a simplified two-division structure focused on apparel and footwear.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2025
In another room, the robot played a simplified version of tic-tac-toe with a patient.
—Hallie Golden The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2025
The robot’s affordability is attributed to its lightweight composite materials, an in-house motion control system, and a simplified, modular design prioritizing educational engagement over heavy industrial functionality.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 23 Oct. 2025
Elliott’s thesis was that the conglomerate structure was no longer appropriate, and Honeywell’s different divisions would benefit from a more simplified and focused organization structure.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2025
Mondrian and van Doesburg believed that their style of art, based on strict geometric forms and a simplified color pallet, would bring unity to the world.
—JSTOR Daily, 15 Oct. 2025
Omar Kelly
november 7, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
That’s in contrast to recent moves in the US, where the menu has been simplified to boost operational efficiency.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2025
The administration also halted the de minimis rule, established in 1938, which had simplified imports by exempting small value shipments from duties and taxes.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Oct. 2025
Navigation apps have simplified driving and parking for users thanks to satellite technology.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
Third-row access is simplified with a slide assist walk-in mechanism.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 19 Oct. 2025
The relationships that Mark forms in the course of his career are similarly simplified—principally, his hearty bromance with Mark Coleman (Ryan Bader), who is first his trainer and then, entering the circuit himself, a competitor.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2025
In 1999, the Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) was released, which allowed mobile phones to receive and display simplified, phone-friendly pages using WML instead of the standard HTML markup language.
—ArsTechnica, 22 Sep. 2025
Eventually, the group simplified the name and expanded the credit union’s membership to anyone living or working in Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside or San Berndardino counties.
—Shawn Price, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
In simplified terms, Guardiola — like many other coaches — divides the field into six horizontal sections and five vertical sections.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
With its metaphorical feet held over the allegorical fire by NASA, SpaceX has released a new, simplified plan to build a lander to put US astronauts back on the Moon now that the competition for the spacecraft has been reopened due to delays.
—New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2025
It's also added Chinese (both simplified, and traditional) to Live Translation on AirPods, as well as Italian, Japanese, and Korean.
—PC Magazine, 4 Nov. 2025
Previously apparel, footwear and performance materials, the company now has a simplified two-division structure focused on apparel and footwear.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2025
In another room, the robot played a simplified version of tic-tac-toe with a patient.
—Hallie Golden The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2025
The robot’s affordability is attributed to its lightweight composite materials, an in-house motion control system, and a simplified, modular design prioritizing educational engagement over heavy industrial functionality.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 23 Oct. 2025
Elliott’s thesis was that the conglomerate structure was no longer appropriate, and Honeywell’s different divisions would benefit from a more simplified and focused organization structure.
—Jeff Marks, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2025
Mondrian and van Doesburg believed that their style of art, based on strict geometric forms and a simplified color pallet, would bring unity to the world.
—JSTOR Daily, 15 Oct. 2025
Verb
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
That’s in contrast to recent moves in the US, where the menu has been simplified to boost operational efficiency.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2025
The administration also halted the de minimis rule, established in 1938, which had simplified imports by exempting small value shipments from duties and taxes.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Oct. 2025
Navigation apps have simplified driving and parking for users thanks to satellite technology.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
Third-row access is simplified with a slide assist walk-in mechanism.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 19 Oct. 2025
The relationships that Mark forms in the course of his career are similarly simplified—principally, his hearty bromance with Mark Coleman (Ryan Bader), who is first his trainer and then, entering the circuit himself, a competitor.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2025
In 1999, the Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) was released, which allowed mobile phones to receive and display simplified, phone-friendly pages using WML instead of the standard HTML markup language.
—ArsTechnica, 22 Sep. 2025
Eventually, the group simplified the name and expanded the credit union’s membership to anyone living or working in Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside or San Berndardino counties.
—Shawn Price, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for simplified
Adjective
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The book—published on this fateful day by American Girl, the company that had long furnished me with the beloved plastic dolls and accompanying literature that taught me simplistic and sanitized stories about our nation’s history—was called The Care and Keeping of You.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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The simplistic branches are topped with decorative acorns and warm LED lights on the stems.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The firm keeps the design process streamlined and as fun as the interiors themselves.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
3 Nov. 2025
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However, Disney+ exiting Doctor Who may make accessing the series outside of the United Kingdom a little more tricky, as Disney's platform streamlined the show's international distribution outside of its home country.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The organization explained that the shelter avoids labeling dogs by breed to help reduce breed bias, which can negatively affect adoption rates, especially for pit bull-type mixes.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Wang explained that integrating thermal management directly into the battery reduces space, power consumption, and maintenance needs.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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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
Verb
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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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Using the device from a remote site at Ninewells Hospital’s School of Medicine, Professor Grunwald demonstrated that endovascular stroke care can be delivered at a distance with real surgical precision.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Nov. 2025
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There are levels of anger and levels of response among the Leicester fanbase, as the supporters’ clubs’ condemnation alongside that of the club demonstrated.—
Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Simplified.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simplified. Accessed 30 Nov. 2025.
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