simplification

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Recent Examples of simplification But that would mean some simplification, especially with an eye on Min’s emotional journey through this landscape of the strange of the wonderful. Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026 If digital fatigue continues and consumers seek simplification, the demand for integrated platforms may grow. Matt Emma, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026 Yet despite that apparent simplification, the trenches themselves were in line with Lee’s exuberantly experimental creative urges; playful, ingenious, complex, and witty. Luke Leitch, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2026 The simplification of launch hardware and potential for three more launches in two years does mean that NASA will need more help. Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2026 The discussion included the city’s restoration of utilities in record time, the simplification and speeding up of permitting, and the active construction of nearly 500 homes in the city, Bass said. Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026 In Europe, the European Union AI Act dates to 2024, but the European Commission is already proposing updates and simplification. IEEE Spectrum, 2 Feb. 2026 With logistics simplification instead of climate mitigation. Geri Stengel, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026 The 20th century led to a stronger simplification and standardization of men’s fashion, yet simultaneously witnessed the emergence of charismatic figures such as artists, intellectuals and icons of music and cinema, who reinstated ornamentation as a powerful means of individual expression. Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 16 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for simplification
Noun
  • This initiative, led by Energy Secretary Chris Wright, includes streamlining permits and encouraging the use of federal lands for data center construction.
    Zach Halaschak, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
  • The State of Preparedness allows for the streamlining of coordination and information sharing among agencies before a potential emergency escalates.
    John Romero, Baltimore Sun, 15 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The primary limitation lies in generalization, the ability of robots to perform reliably across diverse, unpredictable environments.
    Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 18 Mar. 2026
  • Meanwhile, recent advancements in multimodal AI (models that can process multiple types of information, like visual and audio at once) are improving robots’ generalization capabilities for everyday tasks.
    Eric Schmidt, Time, 3 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The management plan outlines when and how those curtailments occur.
    Alex Driggars, Austin American Statesman, 17 Feb. 2026
  • Its resurgence has raised concerns among minorities and women workers who fear a potential curtailment of women’s rights if conservative elements gain influence.
    Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 11 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Using a pastry blender, cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
    Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
  • To make some, stir together equal parts flour, shortening, and vegetable oil, then brush this generously on the surface of the pan.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2026

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“Simplification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simplification. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.

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