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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
The contracts are under $250,000 and require MnDOT to seek just two quotes, simplifying the normal competitive bidding process that might otherwise shut out many small shops.
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Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
Toyota pulled that off by simplifying the structure and reducing the number of axles.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Depending on the cause, the most effective approaches combine cognitive rehabilitation principles (simplifying and reducing the cognitive demands on the individual), behavioral/environmental structuring (reducing distractions), and organizational safeguards including error protection protocols.
—Anand Kumar, STAT, 21 Apr. 2026
Leaving it all behind for a few days and carrying everything on my back reminded me that the best way to connect with nature is by simplifying, listening and observing what’s around us.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026
The agency pitches itself as a one-stop shop for affordable housing financing and says by simplifying a complicated funding process developers can build cheaper.
—Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
His current projects include improving the maintenance of essential home safety devices and simplifying everyday processes, such as reducing the need for a homeowner to climb a ladder to change the batteries in a smoke detector.
—K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
In the past, the bad meetings felt repetitive, as though the talking points were simply rehashed versions of the previous day’s lessons for the sake of simplifying.
—Spencer Nusbaum, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2026
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.
—Kevin D. Murphy, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2026
Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
Toyota pulled that off by simplifying the structure and reducing the number of axles.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Depending on the cause, the most effective approaches combine cognitive rehabilitation principles (simplifying and reducing the cognitive demands on the individual), behavioral/environmental structuring (reducing distractions), and organizational safeguards including error protection protocols.
—Anand Kumar, STAT, 21 Apr. 2026
Leaving it all behind for a few days and carrying everything on my back reminded me that the best way to connect with nature is by simplifying, listening and observing what’s around us.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026
The agency pitches itself as a one-stop shop for affordable housing financing and says by simplifying a complicated funding process developers can build cheaper.
—Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
His current projects include improving the maintenance of essential home safety devices and simplifying everyday processes, such as reducing the need for a homeowner to climb a ladder to change the batteries in a smoke detector.
—K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
In the past, the bad meetings felt repetitive, as though the talking points were simply rehashed versions of the previous day’s lessons for the sake of simplifying.
—Spencer Nusbaum, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2026
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.
—Kevin D. Murphy, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for simplifying
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Surgical robot Neuralink has accelerated implantation by streamlining procedural steps and refining hardware, including upgraded needle designs and advanced optics.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Apr. 2026
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Local governments play a crucial role in affordable housing development by streamlining the permitting and zoning processes.—
Ryan von Weller,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The species evolved to adapt, with some growing larger and others smaller than their mainland counterparts, explaining the larger size of the island scrub-jay and the small size of the island fox.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Apr. 2026
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In 2012, Classic Media was bought by DreamWorks Animation, which in turn was acquired by Universal Pictures parent NBCUniversal in 2016, explaining why the potential Disney+ series is a co-production between DreamWorks Animation TV and UCP.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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According to Simpkins, the attorney for the BOE, the department will immediately implement several changes in response to the results of the audit — including clarifying the process for an appeal and notifying taxpayers of their rights and deadlines in a timely manner.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
26 Apr. 2026
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Further clarifying questions from legislators and other interested parties are welcome.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Yelverton’s PowerPoint presentation included all sorts of big numbers and bullet points illustrating what an incredible run of deals their investments in the stadium has been for the city.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 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.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2026
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These galaxies do not follow the relations predicted by either the external field effect or the baryonic Tully-Fisher relation, demonstrating that such an effect is not universal.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Apr. 2026
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The man suspected to be the gunman who opened fire at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner on April 25 appeared in a Los Angeles television news report demonstrating a prototype wheelchair in 2017.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Simplifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simplifying. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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