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Recent Examples of idiotproof
Not only that, but navigationally, the trails were practically idiotproof.
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Eben Weiss, Outside Online, 20 Nov. 2019
The eyeliner itself was great: essentially an actual marker, extremely idiotproof, thin enough to create a good cat’s-eye but thick enough to create the illusion of control in a chaotic universe.
—Rachel Handler, Vulture, 23 Dec. 2021
Also, the automatic and the M550i's all-wheel system make a good launch nearly idiotproof.
—Tony Quiroga, Car and Driver, 2 June 2021
Eben Weiss, Outside Online, 20 Nov. 2019
The eyeliner itself was great: essentially an actual marker, extremely idiotproof, thin enough to create a good cat’s-eye but thick enough to create the illusion of control in a chaotic universe.
—Rachel Handler, Vulture, 23 Dec. 2021
Also, the automatic and the M550i's all-wheel system make a good launch nearly idiotproof.
—Tony Quiroga, Car and Driver, 2 June 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for idiotproof
Adjective
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It’s set in 1970, before CCTV cameras, mobile phones or even centrally locking cars, which means nothing electronic can disrupt the delightfully uncomplicated conception of a daylight robbery committed by men wearing stockings on their heads.—
Stephanie Bunbury,
Deadline,
23 May 2025
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Read the story » Editor’s Pick Photograph by Carlos Osorio / Reuters What Canadians Heard—and Americans Didn’t The Liberal Party’s victory, led by the economist and banker Mark Carney, was an uncomplicated result, with real meaning, Adam Gopnik argues.—
Ian Crouch,
New Yorker,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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Their more straightforward approach is closer to documentary drama, but the effect is not so disparate.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
6 June 2025
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That's pretty straightforward — not something that will keep CBO analysts working overtime.—
Barbara Sprunt,
NPR,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Some fans were quick to show concern for Paltrow in the comments, warning the Goop founder about the dangers of topless cooking.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
15 June 2025
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Noting some Italian heritage, her take was pretty quick.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
15 June 2025
Adjective
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Reach for hydrogen peroxide to make cleaning easier.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
13 June 2025
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But school officials across the country worry that making lawsuits easier to win will create a more adversarial relationship between parents and schools in the difficult negotiations needed to balance a student’s needs with a school’s limited resources.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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Much as Trump rates our scorn for wanting prices to not reflect his mindless imposition of tariffs, so does the Fed rate equal amounts of scorn for thinking its own market interventions can blunt those of the President.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Temporarily deleting apps is another effective way to prevent mindless scrolling.—
Noah W. Miller,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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White is easy, simple, and many times, the best choice for a clean slate.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
5 June 2025
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Ahead of the most important game of the year, Luke Esquivel said the key to a strong performance will be simple.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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As a flavorless mixer, vodka filled a gap in the American spirits market, providing bartenders and home drinkers alike with an unchallenging tipple to mix with anything on hand.—
Time,
Time,
4 June 2025
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In the face of the flagrant human rights abuses, however, Tagle responded with statements Duterte’s opponents criticized as vague and unchallenging.—
Camille Elemia,
NBC news,
4 May 2025
Adjective
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The signature cork-latex footbed and slip-on style make airport sprints and urban exploring feel effortless.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2025
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Solar lights are an effortless way to elevate your backyard, patio, or walkway, and right now, Amazon marked down a set of lights that come out to less than $3 apiece.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
5 June 2025
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“Idiotproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/idiotproof. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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