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as in plainness
the quality or state of having a form or structure of few parts or elements
the machine was designed with a simplicity that should ensure ease of use by almost anyone
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as in clarity
clearness of expression
the simplicity of this poem is beautiful
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as in madness
lack of good sense or judgment
the stupefying simplicity of the generals who thought that war would be over in a month
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as in naturalness
the quality or state of being simple and sincere
answered the judge's questions with childlike simplicity
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Recent Examples of simplicity
While any language can work, Python is widely favored for its simplicity and robust library support.
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Sandro Shubladze, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
But the liver had been seared to perfection in lard and expertly seasoned, so the dish was a triumph of simplicity.
—Austin Bush, Travel + Leisure, 23 Nov. 2024
Additionally, the burial will no longer involve the use of three coffins made of cypress, lead, and oak, marking a significant departure from tradition in favor of simplicity.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 20 Nov. 2024
There is a word for this in Japanese, shibumi, that denotes an aesthetic of austere simplicity and effortless perfection, of doing the most with the least.
—Bailey Trela, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
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Sandro Shubladze, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
But the liver had been seared to perfection in lard and expertly seasoned, so the dish was a triumph of simplicity.
—Austin Bush, Travel + Leisure, 23 Nov. 2024
Additionally, the burial will no longer involve the use of three coffins made of cypress, lead, and oak, marking a significant departure from tradition in favor of simplicity.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 20 Nov. 2024
There is a word for this in Japanese, shibumi, that denotes an aesthetic of austere simplicity and effortless perfection, of doing the most with the least.
—Bailey Trela, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for simplicity
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This conversation has been edited for length, clarity and continuity.Megan Poinski, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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This interview has been edited for clarity and brevity.Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 9 Dec. 2024
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But what of the apologists for madness and criminality, the comfortable sophists who invert morality to score partisan points?Matthew Continetti, National Review, 14 Dec. 2024
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Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Hard Truths Plenty of 2024 movies were of the mind that the only way to respond to a world gone mad is with more madness.Joe Reid, Vulture, 10 Dec. 2024
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In a rare display of unity, China made much the same argument.Elizabeth Kolbert, The New Yorker, 14 Dec. 2024
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The societal perspective on war creates divisions at a time when Ukraine requires unity the most.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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The legal team for Ryan Routh, the man accused of trying to assassinate then-presidential candidate Donald Trump at a Florida golf course in September, is considering an insanity defense.Stephen Sorace, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2024
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That’s still a bit shy, though, of the insanity that surrounded Stanley cups at their peak.Chris Morris, Fortune, 4 Dec. 2024
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Monica Schipper/WireImage Jay-Z's lawyer doubled down on claims of his client's innocence on Monday, while disputing the timeline behind a rape accusation that has been leveraged against the music industry titan.Stephanie Maurice, ABC News, 16 Dec. 2024
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Despite this potential motive, Curtis maintained his innocence from the start.Emily Blackwood, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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In the group discussions, she was surprised by the uniformity of the kids’ experiences.Kate Dwyer, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2024
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It's loaded with features, including gaming extras and all major flavors of HDR, and its overall picture processing and screen uniformity are surprisingly solid for its class.Ryan Waniata, WIRED, 8 Nov. 2024
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Many have judged both him and us based on accusations, conspiracy theories, and false narratives that have spiraled into absurdity on social media.Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024
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Brought to life through campy, surrealist sets and unforgettable cameos, the show takes the viewer through a series of dreamlike vignettes that brilliantly articulate the absurdity and tedium of life under late-capitalism.Samantha Allen, Them, 20 Nov. 2024
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There are reasons to doubt the sincerity of HTS’s moderate turn.Sam Heller, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2024
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Bringing them coffee and breakfast in bed is a good way to start, but rubbing their feet at the end of the day and listening to their war stories from work proves your sincerity.Lisa Stardust, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Simplicity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simplicity. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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