How to Use no-frills in a Sentence

no-frills

adjective
  • This no-frills chop is hard to beat.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
  • The no-frills approach is the point.
    — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 8 Feb. 2026
  • This no-frills spot fills up with locals and tourists alike.
    — Heather Bien, Southern Living, 26 Nov. 2025
  • This no-frills spot fills up with locals and tourists alike.
    — Heather Bien, Southern Living, 14 June 2026
  • Sturm wants to see more of a no-frills game from the Finn.
    — Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 16 Mar. 2026
  • This no-frills coffee maker is easy to use.
    — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
  • The set boasts clean lines for a no-frills coastal look and a wood-grain finish.
    — Clint Davis, People.com, 29 Apr. 2025
  • The only thing better than its no-frills voiceover is the muzak.
    — Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2026
  • This no-frills recipe will be the star of any weekend breakfast.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 18 Aug. 2025
  • This no-frills recipe will be the star of any weekend breakfast.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
  • Enjoy with a cold glass of milk or a no-frills cup of black coffee.
    — Zoe Baillargeon, Bon Appétit, 31 Aug. 2023
  • Large numbers make this basic, no-frills alarm clock easy to read.
    — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 8 May 2026
  • In order to be compact and light, this stroller is a bit no-frills.
    — Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 25 July 2023
  • Stay hands-free with this compact, no-frills sling backpack.
    — Isis Briones, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2026
  • Here, at this no-frills sheesha (hookah) café, all are welcome.
    — Aya Batrawy, NPR, 8 Apr. 2026
  • But along the way, the no-frills treat has undergone a full-bore makeover.
    — Priya Krishna, New York Times, 20 July 2023
  • Guests can choose to book its private rooms or go no-frills by staying in its dorms.
    — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 4 May 2023
  • Half a dozen of them are lined up in a row facing a wall, as if part of a no-frills gym.
    — John Otis, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2023
  • This model is a great no-frills option for those on a budget.
    — Lindsay Modglin, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2024
  • Her husband, Prince Philip, was more of a no-frills drinker.
    — Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2025
  • Nike’s no-frills design with a grippy waffle tread gets the job done.
    — Isaiah Freeman-Schub, Robb Report, 16 Mar. 2023
  • The bar is expected to serve a no-frills lineup of beers and mixed drinks.
    — Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 3 Apr. 2026
  • Thorne’s vitamins are no-fuss, no-frills, and yes—a bit pungent.
    — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 26 July 2025
  • This no-frills gem is tucked between a dry cleaner and a Subway.
    — Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 24 Jan. 2025
  • Others are content with a no-frills cabin in the woods and a bit of peace and quiet.
    — Irenie Forshaw, TheWeek, 10 Feb. 2026
  • This no-frills ice cream shop has operated for more than 40 years.
    — Mckenzie Rankin, Axios, 27 Sep. 2024
  • The key to mimicking her look is a pair of no-frills pants like these from Amazon.
    — Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
  • The lobster roll, at home in no-frills seafood shacks and the fanciest restaurants.
    — Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 11 July 2023
  • This is a great timepiece choice for the man who needs a no-frills, functional option.
    — John Monaco, InStyle, 7 Feb. 2026
  • This no-frills recipe includes sweet pickle relish in the filling.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 23 May 2026

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