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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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as in explains
to make plain or understandable
the book simplifies for the layman some concepts of economics
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Recent Examples of simplifies
That simplifies the design but requires the ship to lug the extra weight of all of its fuel down and back.
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Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 24 Oct. 2025
Both systems share the same software architecture, training setup, and sustainment infrastructure, which simplifies integration and lowers operational costs.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2025
PageRank is more complicated than eigenvector centrality in part because links on the Internet are one-directional, whereas friendships in a social network are bidirectional, a symmetry that simplifies the math.
—Jack Murtagh, Scientific American, 11 Oct. 2025
This greatly simplifies the PuDo problem as well, though these areas often have very congested traffic.
—Brad Templeton, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
That simplifies the process for fans, but probably doesn’t alleviate the sticker shock.
—Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 8 Sep. 2025
If your workflow depends on creating visuals quickly and reliably, an AI tool that simplifies the process is essential.
—PC Magazine, 5 Sep. 2025
The propeller steering mechanism also simplifies and lightens the mounting hardware, adding to total weight savings, and allows multiple outboards to be mounted closer together.
—New Atlas, 29 Aug. 2025
Montas’ trip to the IL simplifies some roster machinations for this year’s Mets, but losing him as even an option for 2026 or modest eat-most-of-the-money trade bait this winter would hurt.
—Tim Britton, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2025
Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 24 Oct. 2025
Both systems share the same software architecture, training setup, and sustainment infrastructure, which simplifies integration and lowers operational costs.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2025
PageRank is more complicated than eigenvector centrality in part because links on the Internet are one-directional, whereas friendships in a social network are bidirectional, a symmetry that simplifies the math.
—Jack Murtagh, Scientific American, 11 Oct. 2025
This greatly simplifies the PuDo problem as well, though these areas often have very congested traffic.
—Brad Templeton, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
That simplifies the process for fans, but probably doesn’t alleviate the sticker shock.
—Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 8 Sep. 2025
If your workflow depends on creating visuals quickly and reliably, an AI tool that simplifies the process is essential.
—PC Magazine, 5 Sep. 2025
The propeller steering mechanism also simplifies and lightens the mounting hardware, adding to total weight savings, and allows multiple outboards to be mounted closer together.
—New Atlas, 29 Aug. 2025
Montas’ trip to the IL simplifies some roster machinations for this year’s Mets, but losing him as even an option for 2026 or modest eat-most-of-the-money trade bait this winter would hurt.
—Tim Britton, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for simplifies
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FinBursa, headquartered in Dubai, provides a secure digital environment that streamlines deal sourcing and collaboration, helping both sides connect and work together more efficiently in private markets.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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The board had several issues with number 60, which streamlines the approval of multi-dwelling units in single-family zones by eliminating the impact on the physical environment as a reason to deny a project and removing a requirement for developers to provide street trees.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Nov. 2025
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But as Lilly explains to Ronnie, telling the truth now won’t do anything to absolve Hank — everyone already thinks Lilly is crazy.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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At the train station when Kelley is about to depart, Howie explains his backstory to keep Kelley from leaving.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
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Liu clarifies that despite being published under a Japanese pseudonym, Terao Tetsuya, the author is Taiwanese.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
5 Nov. 2025
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Proposition 410 asked voters to ratify language that clarifies language on mayoral term limits.—
Elena Santa Cruz,
AZCentral.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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The work accomplished at Silent Swarm 2025, along with technology such as the TEEMS device, illustrates how the company is architecting the advantage for today’s performance and tomorrow’s success along the tactical edge.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Nov. 2025
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In a novel that is so alert to where climate change is leading the world, a narrative frame that illustrates migration as linear and largely redemptive feels anachronistic.—
Tope Folarin,
The Atlantic,
8 Nov. 2025
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No wonder, then, that voters cling to the fantasy of the self-effacing candidate—the kind who demonstrates his worthiness of the office by not wanting it at all.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
11 Nov. 2025
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The leadership, spearheaded by Seth, consistently demonstrates a commitment to doing what’s right for the consumer, which speaks volumes about their integrity and dedication.—
Jennie Bell,
Footwear News,
10 Nov. 2025
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