simplify
verb
sim·pli·fy
ˈsim-plə-ˌfī 
simplified; simplifying
a
: to reduce to basic essentials
b
: to diminish in scope or complexity : streamline
was urged to simplify management procedures
c
: to make more intelligible : clarify
Examples of simplify in a Sentence
Microwave ovens have simplified cooking.
The new software should simplify the process.
The forms have been simplified.
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The assembly occurs in parallel, enabling multiple devices to be fabricated on a single chip in one step, by simplifying production and preserving the performance benefits of 2D materials.
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Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 14 Sep. 2025
In the 21st Century, the logo has been slightly simplified and means Mercedes-Maybach.
—Mark Ewing, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
If adding new focal point plants and a mix of fall-flowering annuals doesn’t fit your vision for the season, take your fall refresh in another direction and simplify your container schemes.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2025
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Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 14 Sep. 2025
In the 21st Century, the logo has been slightly simplified and means Mercedes-Maybach.
—Mark Ewing, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
If adding new focal point plants and a mix of fall-flowering annuals doesn’t fit your vision for the season, take your fall refresh in another direction and simplify your container schemes.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2025
Dressing for transitional weather can be tricky, but Oprah just simplified it with her lightweight long-sleeve blouse.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for simplify
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“Simplify.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/simplify. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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