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as in streamlining
to make less complex
you need to simplify this process somewhat or you'll never finish it today
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as in explaining
to make plain or understandable
the book simplifies for the layman some concepts of economics
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Recent Examples of simplifying
This often meant using classical design principles like restraint, order and geometric harmony, and adapting them by either simplifying the elements or using locally available materials instead of the expensive marble and other stones favored by the ancients.
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Kevin D. Murphy, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2026
Devs can also cover users’ transaction fees thanks to gas sponsorship via Privy, simplifying onboarding and reducing friction for new users.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 6 Apr. 2026
The company has been streamlining and simplifying its business over the past few years, according to a spokesperson’s statement to Business Insider.
—Sasha Richie, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
Beyond Aero hopes to get around a lot of this by simplifying its design.
—David Szondy
march 26, New Atlas, 26 Mar. 2026
To address this, Pedro frames a model centered on simplifying decisions.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
But the paths of strings converge and split in finite, enumerable ways, simplifying calculations.
—Quanta Magazine, 23 Mar. 2026
The changes from the book involve simplifying the science and making Sandra Hüller’s earthbound mission chief a tad more humane.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 18 Mar. 2026
Joint representation allows the university, the athletes and their lawyers to freely share information without waiving attorney-client privilege, while cutting and simplifying the process for covering legal costs.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 14 Mar. 2026
Kevin D. Murphy, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2026
Devs can also cover users’ transaction fees thanks to gas sponsorship via Privy, simplifying onboarding and reducing friction for new users.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 6 Apr. 2026
The company has been streamlining and simplifying its business over the past few years, according to a spokesperson’s statement to Business Insider.
—Sasha Richie, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
Beyond Aero hopes to get around a lot of this by simplifying its design.
—David Szondy
march 26, New Atlas, 26 Mar. 2026
To address this, Pedro frames a model centered on simplifying decisions.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
But the paths of strings converge and split in finite, enumerable ways, simplifying calculations.
—Quanta Magazine, 23 Mar. 2026
The changes from the book involve simplifying the science and making Sandra Hüller’s earthbound mission chief a tad more humane.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 18 Mar. 2026
Joint representation allows the university, the athletes and their lawyers to freely share information without waiving attorney-client privilege, while cutting and simplifying the process for covering legal costs.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 14 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for simplifying
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In recent weeks, the city has explored a range of revenue-generating measures — from making outdoor dining permanent and streamlining business permits to offering tax amnesty and raising its hotel tax.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The state is streamlining a system that has evolved with the emergence of severe smoke impacts.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Jacqueline Ferrara, a Garland Police Department forensic biology and DNA analyst, testified remotely, explaining how evidence in this case was collected and tested at a Texas Department of Public Safety crime lab in early 2023.—
Lauren Crawford,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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While inside the bank, Connie secretly begged for help by writing a note explaining the situation and giving it to the bank teller.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
14 Apr. 2026
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Through her precise storytelling, Hao offers a clarifying perspective amid the AI mania and lays bare the ravenous, profit-seeking egos driving it.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Apr. 2026
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There are bills for that, the Count Every Vote Act (CEVA), A4307 and S417, clarifying the definition of a margin of victory required for a recount.—
Phyllis Tashlik,
New York Daily News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Research highlights that each additional year of schooling increases an individual’s earnings by roughly 10% annually, illustrating how education compounds economic opportunity over time rather than delivering a one-time benefit.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2026
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Adapted from Antonio Scurati’s novel, the series delves into the darker aspects of Mussolini’s character, illustrating how his toxic masculinity and exploitation of fear led to his ascent, while inviting viewers to reflect on the broader implications of his story in today’s political landscape.—
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2026
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Throughout her career, Chinese artist Cao Fei has explored every aspect of our world, demonstrating great versatility and insight in her use of a broad range of technologies and languages.—
Miuccia Prada,
Time,
15 Apr. 2026
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At least six other Department of Aviation workers were investigated for spending hours idling on the job, demonstrating incompetence, stealing city property, and lying during the investigation.—
Chris Tye,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Simplifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simplifying. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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