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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 company has been streamlining and simplifying its business over the past few years, according to a spokesperson’s statement to Business Insider.
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Sasha Richie, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
Beyond Aero hopes to get around a lot of this by simplifying its design.
—David Szondy
march 26, New Atlas, 26 Mar. 2026
Lithium is further recovered using water, simplifying the overall process.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 25 Mar. 2026
To address this, Pedro frames a model centered on simplifying decisions.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
But the paths of strings converge and split in finite, enumerable ways, simplifying calculations.
—Quanta Magazine, 23 Mar. 2026
The changes from the book involve simplifying the science and making Sandra Hüller’s earthbound mission chief a tad more humane.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 18 Mar. 2026
Mathematicians excel at simplifying complex problems to their essence.
—David Hu, The Conversation, 18 Mar. 2026
Joint representation allows the university, the athletes and their lawyers to freely share information without waiving attorney-client privilege, while cutting and simplifying the process for covering legal costs.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 14 Mar. 2026
Sasha Richie, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
Beyond Aero hopes to get around a lot of this by simplifying its design.
—David Szondy
march 26, New Atlas, 26 Mar. 2026
Lithium is further recovered using water, simplifying the overall process.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 25 Mar. 2026
To address this, Pedro frames a model centered on simplifying decisions.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
But the paths of strings converge and split in finite, enumerable ways, simplifying calculations.
—Quanta Magazine, 23 Mar. 2026
The changes from the book involve simplifying the science and making Sandra Hüller’s earthbound mission chief a tad more humane.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 18 Mar. 2026
Mathematicians excel at simplifying complex problems to their essence.
—David Hu, The Conversation, 18 Mar. 2026
Joint representation allows the university, the athletes and their lawyers to freely share information without waiving attorney-client privilege, while cutting and simplifying the process for covering legal costs.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 14 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for simplifying
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Industry observers said the exemption could have significant implications for energy companies by streamlining approvals of new projects and impeding opponents' ability to derail drilling plans.—
MATTHEW BROWN THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
1 Apr. 2026
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Industry observers said the Endangered Species Act exemption could have significant implications for energy companies by streamlining approvals of new projects and impeding opponents’ ability to derail drilling plans.—
Matthew Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Mar. 2026
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Both Miller and Martinez shared a similar sentiment, explaining that business owners need to be ready to network and create a social media strategy.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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The proposal does not include a summary explaining the purpose of the observance, and no additional details have been published outlining how the dates would be calculated beyond the language in the bill text.—
Sam Stevenson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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Stepping outside your everyday life has a way of clarifying what actually matters, and returning home with fresh eyes often makes the decisions that felt tough seem far more manageable.—
Kirah Tabourn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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Start by clarifying priorities and boundaries this morning, then build steady momentum through the afternoon as support gathers and timing clicks into place.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Mar. 2026
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The house later became part of a much larger strategic play, illustrating his approach to dealmaking.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
3 Apr. 2026
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The war in Iran and bottleneck in the Strait of Hormuz is further illustrating the need to integrate newer tools into modern warfare.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
31 Mar. 2026
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If a property is flagged, farmers may challenge the designation by demonstrating that the deforestation was legal.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2026
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Despite the promising development, a string of other restaurants and businesses have been left out, demonstrating deeper challenges for the corridor in the long term.—
Angela Osorio,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Simplifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simplifying. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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