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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For routine purchases, agentic commerce will focus on speed and convenience—using collaborative AI agents to simplify checkout and streamline fulfillment.
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Zornitza Stefanova, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Eligible children may face barriers to accessing Medicaid and CHIP coverage if the legislation blocks a rule that simplifies enrollment in those programs, according to the CBPP.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 13 June 2025
After narrowing down the standout options, our testers compiled a shortlist to simplify your search.
—Olivia Cigliano, Footwear News, 12 June 2025
Those looking to up their audio game will undoubtedly want to add a subwoofer for low frequencies, and choosing a wireless model can further simplify any setup.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 11 June 2025
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Zornitza Stefanova, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Eligible children may face barriers to accessing Medicaid and CHIP coverage if the legislation blocks a rule that simplifies enrollment in those programs, according to the CBPP.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 13 June 2025
After narrowing down the standout options, our testers compiled a shortlist to simplify your search.
—Olivia Cigliano, Footwear News, 12 June 2025
Those looking to up their audio game will undoubtedly want to add a subwoofer for low frequencies, and choosing a wireless model can further simplify any setup.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 11 June 2025
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“Simplify.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/simplify. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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