How to Use no-frills in a Sentence
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But along the way, the no-frills treat has undergone a full-bore makeover.
—Priya Krishna, New York Times, 20 July 2023
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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
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In order to be compact and light, this stroller is a bit no-frills.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 25 July 2023
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What this bag provides is a slim and no-frills way of getting from point A to point B.
—John Thompson, Men's Health, 14 Mar. 2023
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Enjoy with a cold glass of milk or a no-frills cup of black coffee.
—Zoe Baillargeon, Bon Appétit, 31 Aug. 2023
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Fans of the no-frills formula pair it with tretinoin to keep their skin from freaking out as it gets used to the retinoid.
—Devon Abelman, Allure, 10 July 2024
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The lobster roll, at home in no-frills seafood shacks and the fanciest restaurants.
—Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 11 July 2023
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Guests can choose to book its private rooms or go no-frills by staying in its dorms.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 4 May 2023
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Nike’s no-frills design with a grippy waffle tread gets the job done.
—Isaiah Freeman-Schub, Robb Report, 16 Mar. 2023
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This model is a great no-frills option for those on a budget.
—Lindsay Modglin, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2024
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Ease-of-use is one of the top benefits of this no-frills electric model by Amana.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2023
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For under $100, the no-frills device is sleek and easy to operate.
—Women's Health, 21 Feb. 2023
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But Take Note: This is a no-frills stroller that lacks storage and struggles over rough terrain.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 27 Sep. 2023
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So what makes the fried chicken served at a grocery store, no-frills eatery and a couple of high-end restaurants a cluck above the rest?
—South Florida Sun Sentinel, Sun Sentinel, 15 Jan. 2024
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The adjoining no-frills, outdoor Shipwreck Bar is a place to while the rest of the afternoon away.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 19 July 2024
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The no-frills, affordable approach extends to the Wyze app and cloud storage.
—WIRED, 21 Mar. 2023
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Gypsy Rose Blanchard had a no-frills wedding in prison.
—Christine Pelisek, Peoplemag, 6 Jan. 2024
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All the low-maintenance gals out there can sit pretty with a no-frills lob like this one by stylist Ashley Ruiz.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 10 Oct. 2023
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The mixer has six speeds and a no-frills design, perfect for those looking for a basic mixer that won't break the bank.
—Michelle Rostamian, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2023
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This no-frills, high performance trimmer does one thing and does it well: trims nose hairs without pulling.
—Men's Health, 23 Feb. 2023
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The operation is pretty no-frills, and Khaled is a natural in front of the camera.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 7 Nov. 2023
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Here’s a sturdy, no-frills option that’s just over 30% off right now from Amazon Basics.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2024
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Egg 'n Things For a no-frills start to your morning, head to Egg ‘n Things, where there’s a little something for everyone.
—Carly Caramanna, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2024
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Discount chains with no-frills stores are likeliest to fill Bed Bath & Beyond sites.
—Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN, 29 Mar. 2023
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This no-frills strip can be installed in minutes using the adhesive backing and clips to hold the lights firmly in place.
—Pamela Porter, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2024
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His no-frills iron bed and portable washstand are on display.
—Rick Steves, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2023
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The no-frills aesthetic means fewer parts and crevices to clean, but the comfy, colorful cushions keep it fun.
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 27 June 2023
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Of the dozen hookah lounges there, Sands of Persia offers an experience that stands out from other, more no-frills hookah spots.
—Caroline Shin, Bon Appétit, 13 Oct. 2023
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This is a solid no-frills French-style croissant, something to pull apart with a morning coffee, but not eat as a sandwich.
—Kimberly Cataudella Tutuska, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2024
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This no-frills soup will always be a weeknight winner and is so simple to pull together.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2023
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