low-maintenance
adjective
low-main·te·nance
ˈlō-ˈmānt-nən(t)s 
-ˈmān-tə-nən(t)s
1
: requiring little care or maintenance
low-maintenance fabrics
a low-maintenance garden
What was also high on their beauty wish list? Keeping their natural hair as a basis for a look that is professional as well as low-maintenance.—
Essence
Essence2
of a person
: not tending to cause problems or demand attention : easy and pleasant to deal with or work with
"Bobby Jay is one of those high-character, low-maintenance guys you look for," said Rick Dudley, Lightning vice president of hockey operations. "He has a tremendous work ethic."—Nancy Marrapese-Burrell
Nancy Marrapese-BurrellHe's a rare breed, a low-maintenance White House aide.—Fred Barnes
Fred BarnesExamples of low-maintenance in a Sentence
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These trees are low-maintenance as long as their care needs are met with adequate sun, soil and nutrients.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 12 June 2025
However, the Blue Carbon pan is my daily driver due to its low-maintenance and quick heating.
—Jesse Raub, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 June 2025
Today’s pageboy bob is all about soft layers and a modern, low-maintenance style that’s a whole lot more wearable and less Lord Farquaad from Shrek.
—Fiona Embleton, Glamour, 11 June 2025
Chives are low-maintenance and one of the easiest herbs to grow.
—Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2025
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Lauren David, Southern Living, 12 June 2025
However, the Blue Carbon pan is my daily driver due to its low-maintenance and quick heating.
—Jesse Raub, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 June 2025
Today’s pageboy bob is all about soft layers and a modern, low-maintenance style that’s a whole lot more wearable and less Lord Farquaad from Shrek.
—Fiona Embleton, Glamour, 11 June 2025
Chives are low-maintenance and one of the easiest herbs to grow.
—Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2025
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“Low-maintenance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/low-maintenance. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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