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as in plain
free from all additions or embellishment
a simple design, and one that never goes out of fashion
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as in unaffected
free from any intent to deceive or impress others
growing up in simple innocence
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as in pure
having no exceptions or restrictions
that's the simple truth
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as in easy
involving minimal difficulty or effort
I got all of the answers right because it was such a simple test
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as in naive
lacking in worldly wisdom or informed judgment
developers mistakenly thought that the local residents were simple people who would sell their land for practically nothing
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as in ignorant
lacking in education or the knowledge gained from books
the fact that he didn't go to college doesn't mean he's simple
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as in stupid
not having or showing an ability to absorb ideas readily
don't be so quick to characterize people who have trouble with computers as simple
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Recent Examples of simple
Plus, the handle makes transporting scraps to your outdoor composter simple and clean.
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Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 17 Apr. 2025
With Floral Print $79 Coach Outlet If Mom loves to keep things simple, this medium-sized wallet is one of the best gifts for carrying just the essentials—just a few cards and cash—in the prettiest floral print.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 17 Apr. 2025
The plot is complicated in that the characters make a habit of abrupt changes of heart and earnest speeches explaining said changes, but simple in that we’re never left in any doubt as to what’s eventually supposed to happen.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 17 Apr. 2025
That simplicity feels so apt for this show, There's enough here: The production is simple and sweet, while Jonas and Warren exude a certain magnetism.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 17 Apr. 2025
With Floral Print $79 Coach Outlet If Mom loves to keep things simple, this medium-sized wallet is one of the best gifts for carrying just the essentials—just a few cards and cash—in the prettiest floral print.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 17 Apr. 2025
The plot is complicated in that the characters make a habit of abrupt changes of heart and earnest speeches explaining said changes, but simple in that we’re never left in any doubt as to what’s eventually supposed to happen.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 17 Apr. 2025
That simplicity feels so apt for this show, There's enough here: The production is simple and sweet, while Jonas and Warren exude a certain magnetism.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for simple
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Industry experts say some of the reasons are plain to see: Reports of detentions and deportations, including the weekslong lockup of European tourists, have sowed fears of bad experiences at the border.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
20 Apr. 2025
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Amazon also has this plain pair without any blooms, although it’s still made with embroidery.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Signal operations are otherwise unaffected, and motorists are reminded to always exercise caution around pedestrians.—
Arick Wierson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Apr. 2025
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Upon hearing the noise, everyone falls to the ground unconscious, except for Cameron, who is unaffected.—
Christopher Rudolph,
People.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Booker seems like the top pure guard in this year's draft class, making his overall positional value lower.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
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Kiper calls him the best pure guard in the draft, a road-grader in the run game.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Finding a great car seat toy can make traveling with a baby much easier and more enjoyable.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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Though the dropper is easy to use, the brand also sells a massaging applicator, which maximizes distribution and blood flow.—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
14 Apr. 2025
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The credulous faith that these superpowers will voluntarily settle for some form of peaceful coexistence, if only they are sufficiently propitiated with concessions, is naive and dangerous.—
Michael Miklaucic,
Twin Cities,
5 Apr. 2025
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Similarly naive are Trump’s and Biden’s attempts to regulate access to AI information — such as China’s AI restrictions.—
Lutz Finger,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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But Slingshot’s breach of contract suit alleges that Angel continually broke provisions of their agreement, and sometimes seemed entirely ignorant of them.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
9 Apr. 2025
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Naturally, this poor woman is ignorant of her friend Susan’s role in her granddaughter’s disappearance.—
Chris Klimek,
Vulture,
20 Mar. 2025
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Friendships built on insecurity, where men constantly have to prove their manhood, are a breeding ground for toxic attitudes and stupid decision-making.—
Terry Ward,
CNN Money,
13 Apr. 2025
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Also, his team told him over the radio, basically, don’t do anything stupid, Nato is going to be penalized for not using all his Attack Mode.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
12 Apr. 2025
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The girl recalled an incident when one of Deutsch's family members held her down while Deutsch hit her on her bare bottom with a paddle, the probable cause document says.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA Today,
13 Apr. 2025
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Given that Bednar would not be a rental, the Cubs would have to cough up more than just the bare minimum.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Simple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simple. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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