as in austere
providing only the essentials and nothing fancy or luxurious
accommodations on the windjammer are spartan but clean and comfortable nevertheless
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Adjective
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His austere personal style and reputation for discipline initially generated significant public goodwill.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025 -
Once a year, the austere and rule-making planet Saturn moves backward in the sky for four or five months.—
Lisa Stardust,
refinery29.com,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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While in many ways, this flat 33km time-trial is simple, particularly in its middle section, there is still plenty to watch out for.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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The duo’s aim is simple: to help foster the next wave of podcasting talent, beyond the public figures and influencers who tend to dominate headlines.—
Essence,
Essence,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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The no-frills eatery features a few outdoor tables and ocean views, nestled in a narrow parking lot alongside a liquor store and gift shop.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 July 2025
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Photograph: Amazon Chi Original Ceramic Flat Iron $100 $46 (54% off) Amazon $100 Ulta Like a Honda Accord, this no-frills Chi straightener is reliable, timeless, and gets the job done—now just $50.—
Parker Hall,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Trouble is, that stark premium does not reflect growth in the fund’s NAV.—
Michael Foster,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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That's a stark contrast from typical wait times for a new patient appointment at other types of clinics, which can average more than a month.—
Sarah Volpenhein,
jsonline.com,
14 July 2025
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“Spartan.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spartan. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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