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Recent Examples of unchallenging
Securing a colorblindness consensus was morally unchallenging.
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Bruce Fein, Baltimore Sun, 5 Mar. 2026
In a world where plenty of rap elders are content to roll out unchallenging albums to steadfast fanbases, still knows how to hold your head underwater.
—Dylan Green, Pitchfork, 28 Jan. 2026
The National Research Center on the Gifted and Talented (NRCGT) states family stress, low expectations, and social pressure can suppress motivation, while unchallenging schoolwork often leaves gifted learners bored and discouraged.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Nov. 2025
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, 15 Aug. 2025
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
In the face of the flagrant human rights abuses, however, Tagle responded with statements Duterte’s opponents criticized as vague and unchallenging.
—Camille Elemia, NBC news, 4 May 2025
The answer, typically, is unchallenging, decorative art.
—Joshua Yaffa, The New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2025
The core expression is just fine, an easy-drinking and unchallenging dram that skirts the boundary between sweet and spice, which is exactly what it is supposed to do.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2025
Bruce Fein, Baltimore Sun, 5 Mar. 2026
In a world where plenty of rap elders are content to roll out unchallenging albums to steadfast fanbases, still knows how to hold your head underwater.
—Dylan Green, Pitchfork, 28 Jan. 2026
The National Research Center on the Gifted and Talented (NRCGT) states family stress, low expectations, and social pressure can suppress motivation, while unchallenging schoolwork often leaves gifted learners bored and discouraged.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Nov. 2025
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, 15 Aug. 2025
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
In the face of the flagrant human rights abuses, however, Tagle responded with statements Duterte’s opponents criticized as vague and unchallenging.
—Camille Elemia, NBC news, 4 May 2025
The answer, typically, is unchallenging, decorative art.
—Joshua Yaffa, The New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2025
The core expression is just fine, an easy-drinking and unchallenging dram that skirts the boundary between sweet and spice, which is exactly what it is supposed to do.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unchallenging
Adjective
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Both Rockingham and Waukegan Mayor Sam Cunningham said their cities try to make the process of opening a business as uncomplicated as possible for budding entrepreneurs.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
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Carrasco Benitez’s sentencing on April 13 in a Boise courtroom was relatively quick and uncomplicated, with Fourth District Judge Patrick Miller agreeing to follow the plea deal reached by both parties.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Just a bunch of mindless yelling.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
4 May 2026
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This rhetoric is not just the thoughtless ramblings of mindless partisans.—
Chris Roemer,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The answer is fairly straightforward.—
Gene Ludwig,
Fortune,
6 May 2026
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The rules surrounding joint accounts and debt collection aren't always straightforward, either.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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Then Ohtani chased a sinker off the plate and chopped a slow bouncer to Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes, giving him an easy play at second.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
5 May 2026
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Say what’s true, then follow through in a way that’s consistent and easy to maintain.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
5 May 2026
Adjective
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The reactive Moon opposes Mars, creating tension between quick reactions and thoughtful dialogue.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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But, a host of hotels are just a quick zip from Malé.—
Shradha Shahani,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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These are products have a short, simple ingredient lists that are easy to understand for regular consumers and are free from additives.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
7 May 2026
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Sometimes this involved simple in-person observations.—
E. Tammy Kim,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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“Unchallenging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unchallenging. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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