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Recent Examples of unchallenging
The National Research Center on the Gifted and Talented (NRCGT) states family stress, low expectations, and social pressure can suppress motivation, while unchallenging schoolwork often leaves gifted learners bored and discouraged.
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Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Nov. 2025
And then the arresting sight of a pumpkin patch, apocalyptic spheres of swamp-green or orangeade, only good for cattle fodder, too unchallenging to grow, so not as interesting to cook with.
—Literary Hub, 15 Aug. 2025
As America has become more divided politically and economically, and the rate of technological change has accelerated, there is something comforting and unchallenging about Morgan’s tales of minor indignities, something that reminds people of how much everyone has in common.
—Belinda Luscombe, Time, 24 July 2025
In the face of the flagrant human rights abuses, however, Tagle responded with statements Duterte’s opponents criticized as vague and unchallenging.
—Camille Elemia, NBC news, 4 May 2025
The answer, typically, is unchallenging, decorative art.
—Joshua Yaffa, The New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2025
The core expression is just fine, an easy-drinking and unchallenging dram that skirts the boundary between sweet and spice, which is exactly what it is supposed to do.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2025
The Huskies have not reached the final milestone since 2016, and the years of unchallenging conference play could be a factor as much as ever stronger coast-to-coast competition.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2025
Payton Cofer wasn't excited about her options for high school in Louisville's South End after two unchallenging years in a middle school that was short on staff.
—Krista Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 6 Dec. 2024
Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Nov. 2025
And then the arresting sight of a pumpkin patch, apocalyptic spheres of swamp-green or orangeade, only good for cattle fodder, too unchallenging to grow, so not as interesting to cook with.
—Literary Hub, 15 Aug. 2025
As America has become more divided politically and economically, and the rate of technological change has accelerated, there is something comforting and unchallenging about Morgan’s tales of minor indignities, something that reminds people of how much everyone has in common.
—Belinda Luscombe, Time, 24 July 2025
In the face of the flagrant human rights abuses, however, Tagle responded with statements Duterte’s opponents criticized as vague and unchallenging.
—Camille Elemia, NBC news, 4 May 2025
The answer, typically, is unchallenging, decorative art.
—Joshua Yaffa, The New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2025
The core expression is just fine, an easy-drinking and unchallenging dram that skirts the boundary between sweet and spice, which is exactly what it is supposed to do.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2025
The Huskies have not reached the final milestone since 2016, and the years of unchallenging conference play could be a factor as much as ever stronger coast-to-coast competition.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2025
Payton Cofer wasn't excited about her options for high school in Louisville's South End after two unchallenging years in a middle school that was short on staff.
—Krista Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 6 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unchallenging
Adjective
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The City of Lights became a refuge for Black artists and intellectuals, if not an uncomplicated one.—
Hannah Edgar,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Jan. 2026
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The hardware, too, is fairly uncomplicated.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
1 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Old thoughts may swirl, especially during otherwise mindless activities, like driving or doing the dishes.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Jan. 2026
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However, just because these gadgets save time and give us peace of mind, still doesn’t make doing the laundry a completely mindless task.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The hatch closure livestream could be a rather straightforward affair, with live video showing views of the astronauts entering the Dragon capsule, shutting the hatch and reporting down to Mission Control.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
15 Jan. 2026
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As preteens enter puberty, their faces may need a more straightforward product to target acne.—
Katrina Cossey,
Parents,
15 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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In October 2023, Jemma DeCristo tweeted on social media there’s easy access to Zionist journalists who spread propaganda and misinformation.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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HotHands Hand Warmers are a convenient and easy way to stay warm and provide a boost of heat without taking extra layers.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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As Beck spoke on the crowded field afterward, Cristobal swept past and stopped for quick bear hug.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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Most people drive up a Forest Service Road for quicker access, putting them at the beginning of a two-mile out-and-back trail with roughly 2,500 feet of elevation gain.—
Outside,
Outside,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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This simple design works well once the engine is already moving very fast.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Jan. 2026
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Do this simple test to find out if your soil is ready.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Unchallenging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unchallenging. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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