simplify
verb
sim·pli·fy
ˈsim-plə-ˌfī 
simplified; simplifying
a
: to reduce to basic essentials
b
: to diminish in scope or complexity : streamline
was urged to simplify management procedures
c
: to make more intelligible : clarify
Examples of simplify in a Sentence
Microwave ovens have simplified cooking.
The new software should simplify the process.
The forms have been simplified.
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William Roberson, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
Travel Logistics: Turkey Offers Better Package Deals Patients traveling from Europe, the Middle East, or Asia benefit from Turkey’s geographic location and simplified visa processes.
—William Jones, USA Today, 28 May 2025
The company sets a positive vision—to simplify access to quality insights through technology— which gives employees a clear sense of purpose and impact.
—Newsweek Rankings, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 May 2025
QuickBooks Pro Plus 2024 can help small businesses, freelancers, and accountants simplify invoicing, expense tracking, and more without a monthly subscription.
—New Atlas, 25 May 2025
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“Simplify.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/simplify. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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