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as in to streamline
to make less complex
you need to simplify this process somewhat or you'll never finish it today
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as in to explain
to make plain or understandable
the book simplifies for the layman some concepts of economics
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Recent Examples of simplify
An important moment in Ronaldo’s relationship with the fans was an attempt to ‘modernise’ the club badge by simplifying it in 2022.
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Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2025
Expand eligibility for unemployment benefits by simplifying formulas on hours worked and allowing part-time workers and workers seeking part-time jobs to apply for benefits.
—Paul Davidson, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2025
The bills also calls on the state Department of Education to work to simplify Individualized Education Program forms and create a parent guide on special education rights and timelines.
—Jessika Harkay, Hartford Courant, 22 Apr. 2025
In keeping with his philosophy of life, in 2024, Francis simplified his own funeral rites, paring down the elaborate rituals of a traditional papal funeral and opting for a burial outside of the Vatican that emphasized his role as a bishop.
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 21 Apr. 2025
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Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2025
Expand eligibility for unemployment benefits by simplifying formulas on hours worked and allowing part-time workers and workers seeking part-time jobs to apply for benefits.
—Paul Davidson, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2025
The bills also calls on the state Department of Education to work to simplify Individualized Education Program forms and create a parent guide on special education rights and timelines.
—Jessika Harkay, Hartford Courant, 22 Apr. 2025
In keeping with his philosophy of life, in 2024, Francis simplified his own funeral rites, paring down the elaborate rituals of a traditional papal funeral and opting for a burial outside of the Vatican that emphasized his role as a bishop.
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 21 Apr. 2025
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In March, the organization launched a mobile app to streamline this process.—
Zach Schonfeld,
Rolling Stone,
26 Apr. 2025
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At the Wednesday event, Blumenthal said while there are undoubtedly opportunities to streamline VA operations, the current approach could upend access to care for veterans.—
Katy Golvala,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2025
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This is where cryopreservation comes in, explains seed- and cryobiologist Manuela Nagel of the Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research, co-author of an article on cryopreservation in the 2024 Annual Review of Plant Biology.—
Katarina Zimmer,
Smithsonian Magazine,
2 May 2025
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Publisher Rockstar Games, a division of Take Two Interactive, explained in a statement to customers that the longer timeline will allow for a better final product.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
2 May 2025
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In her comments, the mom of four clarified why her son was wearing the boot.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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For potential or seasoned investors, these resources can help clarify whether a property, private loan, or even a start-up investment is suitable for an IRA. Risks and Rewards With great flexibility comes greater responsibility.—
Tyler Shepherd,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Use case studies and stories to illustrate your expertise, building social proof and authority.—
Amanda Miller Littlejohn,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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The series always made time for Midge’s (Rachel Brosnahan) inner life and personal relationships, illustrating how those factors affected her stage performance and overall life trajectory.—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
27 Apr. 2025
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United States Immigrant rights supporters demonstrate during a May Day rally outside the federal courthouse in Philadelphia on May 1, 2025.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
1 May 2025
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The venerable yet forward-thinking nature of MIC has demonstrated how modern incubators can remain relevant in the process of transforming promising, high-growth ventures into market leaders.—
Jon Stojan,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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“Simplify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simplify. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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