SIMPLIFIES Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

simplifies

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present tense third-person singular of simplify

as in streamlines

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 simplifies That approach simplifies the balance of plant, reduces supporting equipment and lowers the overall installation footprint. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 30 June 2026 The integrated panel cables are unusually generous in length and store neatly in zippered pouches, which simplifies deployment considerably compared with many competing folding-panel designs. — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 29 June 2026 The PencilWash basically takes the sleek styling and design of the PencilVac and simplifies it into a single-purpose electric mop. — Antonio G. Di Benedetto, The Verge, 24 June 2026 This two-in-one watering wand keeps tangles to a minimum and simplifies the watering process. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 June 2026 This critical tool greatly simplifies the machine learning task of predicting the next global snapshot (six hours ahead) based on previous snapshots. — ArsTechnica, 8 June 2026 Allesin simplifies this with a no-drill approach, making setup straightforward and wall-friendly. — Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 2 June 2026 That mindset simplifies his decision-making, sharpens perception and allows his performance to become more instinctive. — Elise Devlin, New York Times, 29 May 2026 Good advice usually simplifies the next step. — Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026

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The declaration streamlines contracting and avoids the sometimes lengthy wait for permits needed for the work.

— Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 June 2026
The approach also streamlines logistics, reduces storage requirements, and supports sustained operations in high-intensity conflicts where rapid target engagement is critical.

— Aditya Jadhav, Interesting Engineering, 24 June 2026

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Lobello explains why soccer is such an efficient form of exercise and what the World Cup could mean for adults looking to get active.

— Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 14 July 2026
While sharing her Beauty Secrets with Vogue, the 20-year-old explains that the bittersweet ballad was inspired by a Japanese phrase that means, essentially, everything beautiful is temporary.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 14 July 2026

Definition of explains

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Garcia quickly clarifies that her living arrangement was a little different.

— Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026
As for what, perhaps, soba noodles with edamame and mushrooms have to do with Pablo Picasso, or why Salvador Dali gets an unexpected dessert course of a white chocolate potato souffle, Beshir clarifies the goal of the evening.

— Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026

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One case in particular illustrates what can happen when questions arise about the information that’s provided to board members and other stakeholders concerning new corporate leaders.

— Edward Segal, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Hurtado’s experience illustrates the chaos that, according to relatives of the deceased deportees and a forensic medicine expert, marked the handling of bodies after the earthquakes.

— Sonia Osorio, Miami Herald, 10 July 2026

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The concern about the latest reorganization also demonstrates how unclear the ultimate scope of the upcoming moves still are – even to people close to and inside the agency.

— Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 11 July 2026
The series demonstrates that AI video quality hinges on creator skill, not just the technology.

— Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

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