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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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Her process at the point is uncomplicated: get a defender on her hip, keep the ball in a safe position, and prioritize keeping the ball safe and secure.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Aug. 2025
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Both choices in footwear are classic, uncomplicated, versatile, and, of course, the perfect way to start a shoe rack that guarantees a year full of good styling.—
Marilú Almaguer,
Glamour,
16 July 2025
Adjective
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Decades of federal meddling in immigration, census counting, and voting procedures have turned what should be straightforward representation into a rigged game.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Aug. 2025
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The story Lo Sapio tells is astounding in its straightforward clarity and courage.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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However, one quick two-handed push off by No. 5 sent Morris earthbound as the coach quickly became London’s next victim.—
Hailey Hurst,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
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These routines are highly edited, almost hypnotic, with quick cuts, each mini-scene overlaid with a time stamp.—
Julie Beck,
The Atlantic,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Based on the stories of six 401(k) millionaires profiled below, saving a million dollars for retirement sounds easy.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
25 Aug. 2025
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Sovereignty made his commanding ten-length victory in the Travers look easy.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
24 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Some successful military shooters like The Division might periodically scratch the itch, but not since the early days of Battlefield has there been any meaningful alternative to the mindless run-and-gun antics of Black Ops.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
12 Aug. 2025
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People who consume diets higher in protein—about 30% of daily calories from protein—feel more satisfied, which may prevent mindless snacking and overeating.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
11 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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For Zander, who has spent three decades championing play as a form of healing, the solution lies in something deceptively simple: rediscovering the human joy of play.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
29 Aug. 2025
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Fun’s model is simple in theory but ambitious in practice: turn crypto trading volume into a permanent funding stream.—
Jemma Green,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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And then the arresting sight of a pumpkin patch, apocalyptic spheres of swamp-green or orangeade, only good for cattle fodder, too unchallenging to grow, so not as interesting to cook with.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Aug. 2025
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As America has become more divided politically and economically, and the rate of technological change has accelerated, there is something comforting and unchallenging about Morgan’s tales of minor indignities, something that reminds people of how much everyone has in common.—
Belinda Luscombe,
Time,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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Amal, meanwhile, channeled effortless summer elegance in a striking butter-yellow pencil bodycon dress, which, according to Vogu,e is from Balmain’s 2026 resort collection.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Since the ’90s, model off-duty style has epitomized effortless cool girl dressing — defined by supers like Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell, and Cindy Crawford, who turned Calvin Klein jeans, basic white tees, and minimal leather jackets into the height of aspirational dressing.—
Lauren Alexis Fisher,
Footwear News,
26 Aug. 2025
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“Idiotproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/idiotproof. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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