no-brainer

noun

no-brain·​er ˈnō-ˈbrā-nər How to pronounce no-brainer (audio)
: something that requires a minimum of thought

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Comfortable, reliable, and easy to slip on and off, loafers are a no-brainer footwear choice for travel. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2025 This elbow-sleeve sweater jacket has a relaxed fit that’s a no-brainer for draping over staple tees and tanks with a preppy flair. Clint Davis, People.com, 6 Apr. 2025 Given Groff’s musical talents, giving him a moment to sing was a no-brainer, so Rashan Sethi and Karan Soni did a rewrite to include the memorable musical moment. Alamin Yohannes, EW.com, 5 Apr. 2025 Anyone who wants to start with a no-brainer bonus can place a $5 bet on the Final Four. John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for no-brainer

Word History

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of no-brainer was in 1954

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“No-brainer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/no-brainer. Accessed 12 Apr. 2025.

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