as in simple
easy to understand, do, or use; not complicated
The plot was uncomplicated and easy to follow. uncomplicated machinery He's an uncomplicated, straightforward person.
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Recent Examples of uncomplicated
Her process at the point is uncomplicated: get a defender on her hip, keep the ball in a safe position, and prioritize keeping the ball safe and secure.
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Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025
Advent Health Shawnee Mission, Merriam The Merriam hospital was considered high performing in 12 procedures and conditions, like colon cancer surgery and maternity care in uncomplicated pregnancies.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2025
Williams, once an endorsement queen, wore a logo-free black dress and white visor and played uncomplicated tennis, smacking nine aces and attacking at the first strike.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 23 July 2025
Here's what Texans should know No. 1: IRS Direct File
Direct File is a new IRS program that allows millions of Americans with uncomplicated taxes to file returns at no cost.
—Daniel De Visé, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025
Advent Health Shawnee Mission, Merriam The Merriam hospital was considered high performing in 12 procedures and conditions, like colon cancer surgery and maternity care in uncomplicated pregnancies.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2025
Williams, once an endorsement queen, wore a logo-free black dress and white visor and played uncomplicated tennis, smacking nine aces and attacking at the first strike.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 23 July 2025
Here's what Texans should know No. 1: IRS Direct File
Direct File is a new IRS program that allows millions of Americans with uncomplicated taxes to file returns at no cost.
—Daniel De Visé, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncomplicated
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Their simple plan goes awry when one of their relatives wants a posh Korean wedding banquet in the heartfelt romantic comedy.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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The inspiration The Copleys wanted a low-water garden that would be simple to care for.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Sep. 2025
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Fortunately, there are straightforward ways to reduce your chances of being confronted with violent or disturbing videos.—
Annie Margaret,
CNN Money,
13 Sep. 2025
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At a joint appearance after a leadership meeting on Thursday, Schumer framed the dispute as a straightforward test over health care.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The story is actually intelligible this time around, but while the mecha designs look wonderful, the characters definitely needed more work.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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These observations are premised solely for the purpose of rendering more intelligible those which apply more directly to the particular case under consideration.—
Liz Tracey,
JSTOR Daily,
29 July 2025
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His lowest point came midway through this tournament, and that chastening defeat to East Germany — a game Schon desperately wanted to win, for understandable reasons.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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Pressures are understandable, but Campbell has to do a better job of limiting pre-snap penalties.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
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For less obvious water damage, car owners might eventually smell mold or mildew.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
9 Sep. 2025
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All of which raises an obvious question.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Barrett's clear statement on the 22nd Amendment carries significant weight given her position on the Supreme Court, which would likely be asked to rule on any attempt to circumvent the two-term limit.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Investigators found notebooks filled with hate, violent thoughts and admiration for mass murderers, showing clear signs of deep mental instability.—
Oren Oppenheim,
ABC News,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Uncomplicated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncomplicated. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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