as in easy
involving minimal difficulty or effort
getting paid to watch and review movies seems like a painless way to earn a living
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Recent Examples of painless
While the rationale behind tariffs is to reduce dependence on foreign adversaries and strengthen domestic industries, the transition will not be painless and there will be unintended consequences.
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Emil Sayegh, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
While a construction project is certainly a major commitment (as is any home purchase, of course), there are many resources available to make the process as painless and rewarding as possible.
—Kayla Mai, Idaho Statesman, 28 Feb. 2025
This shaver is painless and designed to be used without irritating the skin.
—Nora Colomer
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This means designing the space and lighting to make filming as painless and efficient as possible.
—Alex Abad-Santos, Vox, 15 Apr. 2025
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Emil Sayegh, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
While a construction project is certainly a major commitment (as is any home purchase, of course), there are many resources available to make the process as painless and rewarding as possible.
—Kayla Mai, Idaho Statesman, 28 Feb. 2025
This shaver is painless and designed to be used without irritating the skin.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 2 May 2025
This means designing the space and lighting to make filming as painless and efficient as possible.
—Alex Abad-Santos, Vox, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for painless
Adjective
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Spray the slow cooker's crock with nonstick cooking spray for easy clean up.—
Jasmine Smith,
Southern Living,
1 June 2025
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Whether spending time at the beach, in the backyard, or camping, this nifty outdoor find features a fiberglass rod that’s easy to stick in the ground.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
1 June 2025
Adjective
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The steering was responsive in my time in neighborhoods, shopping districts and along wide, smooth roads that curved between corporate campuses and public parks.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
2 June 2025
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How to Use: Start with a fresh canvas—exfoliate the day before to sweep away dead skin and prep for a smooth, even glow.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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Trevon Williams, who did not escape from the New Orleans jail, was charged with 10 counts of being a principal to simple escape, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced on May 23.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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As artificial intelligence models grow increasingly sophisticated, their capabilities extend far beyond simple task execution.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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Cremation, increasingly popular, is cheaper: good for the customer, less so for the bottom line.—
Paige Williams,
New Yorker,
2 June 2025
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Matthew Whelan, executive director of the Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce, suggests visiting on a weekday when possible; parking will be easier to find, and beach badges are cheaper ($7/day/person, instead of $10).—
Rachel Chang,
AFAR Media,
2 June 2025
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“Painless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/painless. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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