simplification

noun

Definition of simplificationnext
1
as in streamlining

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2
as in generalization

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  1. generalization
  2. curtailment
  3. shortening
Noun
  • Such generalizations, of course, are necessarily built on a small sample size.
    Joseph Thorndike, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Between the lines: The highly unusual state report was heavy on generalizations and light on data, the Times reported.
    Kathryn Varn, Axios, 30 Oct. 2024
Definition of generalization
Noun
  • While in California, curtailment reached 2.4 million megawatt-hours of wind and solar output in 2022, 95% of it being solar.
    Rob van Straten, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
  • In March, the city government enacted another new security law that raised concerns about a further curtailment of press freedom.
    Kanis Leung, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2024
Definition of curtailment
Noun
  • Always dry thoroughly, heat on the stovetop until completely dry, and apply a thin layer of oil or shortening.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Scatter the shortening over the top and process until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal, about 10 seconds.
    Kathryn Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 31 Oct. 2024
Definition of shortening
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