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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
By following the best practices outlined above, Kubernetes engineers can strike the right balance between adding functionality and maintaining simplicity.
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Ben Ofiri, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
At certain points, the now-defunct English band operated with the understanding that if a style enjoyed popularity or veered toward simplicity, the group would steer clear of it.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2024
The simplicity of what Selar is set to achieve has taken even Galvagnon by surprise.
—Chrissie McClatchie, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024
However, Zemeckis' direction and screenplay overcomplicate something that could have thrived in simplicity.
—Meredith G. White, The Arizona Republic, 30 Oct. 2024
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Ben Ofiri, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
At certain points, the now-defunct English band operated with the understanding that if a style enjoyed popularity or veered toward simplicity, the group would steer clear of it.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2024
The simplicity of what Selar is set to achieve has taken even Galvagnon by surprise.
—Chrissie McClatchie, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024
However, Zemeckis' direction and screenplay overcomplicate something that could have thrived in simplicity.
—Meredith G. White, The Arizona Republic, 30 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for simplicity
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This interview has been condensed and edited for clarity.Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 27 Nov. 2024
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This conversation has been edited and condensed for clarity.James Factora, Them, 27 Nov. 2024
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Still, there was a method to Zimmer’s musical madness, which was entirely in alignment for McQueen’s unflinching vision for Blitz.Scott Huver, Deadline, 2 Nov. 2024
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Trying to pin down the human mental capacity of being creative or imaginative, and tie that to the human capacity of madness or hallucinating is a tough road to hoe.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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Friendly competition that still requires teamwork is a great way to encourage unity.Kate Vitasek, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Having won the presidency and both houses of Congress, Trump could have launched his new administration in an atmosphere of confident Republican unity.Michelle Goldberg, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024
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This is reminiscent of the famous remark that this is a fine line between genius and insanity.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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Then again, believing that to be true might just be what insanity looks like from the inside.Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 15 Oct. 2024
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Currently, Paxton, who has maintained his innocence while not publicly commenting on the allegations against him, is scheduled to be deposed in Austin on Feb. 1.Hogan Gore, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Giuliani has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him and maintained his innocence, continuing to falsely claim there was fraud.Alison Durkee, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Trees were judged on size, shape, uniformity, density and color.Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 12 Nov. 2024
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Democrats once understood that politics is a game of addition, requiring coalition-building, listening to diverse voices, and respecting differences—not demanding uniformity.Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
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An absurdity, really—his third time trying to cross the border and his third time nearly dying to achieve it.Kayla Aletha Welch, Longreads, 19 Nov. 2024
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As the comedian discussed the loopholes Trump’s administration could take to bypass the Senate confirmation and install his cabinet, Stewart pointed out the absurdity of his selections, predicting Hulk Hogan could be next.Glenn Garner, Deadline, 18 Nov. 2024
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In addition to learning content, your audience needs to believe in the sincerity of the speaker.Jay Sullivan, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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During our conversation, Heidecker spoke about Slipping Away, the challenges of embracing sincerity, how his musical career has developed and flourished, the end of the world, and why his next record might need to be funny.Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 9 Oct. 2024
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“Simplicity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simplicity. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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