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as in simple
involving minimal difficulty or effort
a minor problem with an easy solution
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2
as in susceptible
readily taken advantage of
senior citizens who are easy prey for scam artists
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3
as in comfortable
providing physical comfort
my favorite easy chair for watching TV
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as in soft
tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others
despite her easy approach to discipline, she had a remarkably well-behaved class
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as in easily
without difficulty
we can make the trip in four hours easy
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an easy task
easy reading
an easy installation
a simple installation
an uncomplicated installation
an effortless installation
a foolproof installation
a quick installation
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Recent Examples of easy
New Atlas, 13 Apr. 2025
Level design is varied and intriguing, supercharged by power-ups and made easier with a slowdown feature, giving you time to breathe or respond to on-screen madness at the expense of your final score.
—Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Caryn Ganz, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
But tonight’s crossing would at least start out easy.
—Silvana Paternostro Nathalia Angarita, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
For anyone looking for a dependable, budget-friendly laptop that’s easy to carry and gets the job done, this MacBook Air checks all the boxes.
—New Atlas, 13 Apr. 2025
Level design is varied and intriguing, supercharged by power-ups and made easier with a slowdown feature, giving you time to breathe or respond to on-screen madness at the expense of your final score.
—Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Adverb
Still, familiar tunes that go down easy often turn into big hits.
—Caryn Ganz, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
But tonight’s crossing would at least start out easy.
—Silvana Paternostro Nathalia Angarita, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for easy
Adjective
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Will people be more open and accept that a simple, inexpensive date isn’t the sign of low effort but rather a reflection of the economy none of us asked for?—
Myisha Battle,
Time,
18 Apr. 2025
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Its second life on streaming has guided new viewers to the simple charms of one of the best mystery shows of all time.—
Brian Tallerico,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Those who are not vaccinated are susceptible to the disease, Calendar said.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
17 Apr. 2025
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Learn more about management options and which food plants are most susceptible to this insect in our harlequin bug on vegetables web page.—
Miri Talabac,
Baltimore Sun,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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But any exercises that feel comfortable (and safe) to you are fair game.—
Alice Oglethorpe,
SELF,
17 Apr. 2025
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The pandemic helped people get more comfortable with online banking services as well.—
Catherine Muccigrosso,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The Lightweight Sweats Classic Zip Hoodie is incredibly soft and pairs beautifully with their ultra-soft ribbed pieces like the Ribbed Modal Body Long Sleeve.—
Sarah Boyd,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Crafted from lightweight, sturdy beechwood, this pro-kneading, lymphatic-draining tool is designed with soft, rounded edges that make for comfy gliding across your skin (go ahead and pair it with a serum or lotion for extra slip).—
Allure,
Allure,
14 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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Fried twice, liberally dusted with salt and pepper and served with a ramekin of garlic aioli, a plate of these golden-brown beauties can easily sate three or four people as a starter.—
Benjy Egel,
Sacramento Bee,
2 Mar. 2025
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Until the 2022 ceremony, this was easily the most WTF moment at the Oscars.—
Lester Fabian Brathwaite,
EW.com,
2 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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These aren’t just cosmetic—they’re the kinds of behind-the-scenes changes that help make an already stellar game feel even smoother.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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As Simon Hughes explains, getting pen to meet paper was not always a smooth process.—
Ali Rampling,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The luxury e-commerce retailer Net-a-Porter, Cultured magazine and the fashion label Proenza Schouler have also hosted dinner parties and events at Raf’s, where waiters nimbly zigzag among the dining room’s snug 11 tables.—
Laura Neilson,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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Briggs & Riley Traveler Tote With generous interior storage for travel, Briggs & Riley Traveler Tote ($219) has a snug slip-through panel for stacking on a carry-on and a quick-access outside zip compartment for security essentials.—
Paula Conway,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Additionally, The Flour Girl Bakery supports several community and charitable initiatives, according to a release, and has a dedicated fundraising program.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2025
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Others who sided against the bill, however, were more charitable of the unenviable spot Schumer found himself in.—
Mike Lillis,
The Hill,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Easy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/easy. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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