1
as in simple
involving minimal difficulty or effort
a minor problem with an easy solution
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2
as in susceptible
readily taken advantage of
senior citizens who are easy prey for scam artists
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3
as in comfortable
providing physical comfort
my favorite easy chair for watching TV
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as in soft
tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others
despite her easy approach to discipline, she had a remarkably well-behaved class
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as in easily
without difficulty
we can make the trip in four hours easy
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an easy task
easy reading
an easy installation
a simple installation
an uncomplicated installation
an effortless installation
a foolproof installation
a quick installation
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Recent Examples of easy
Emily Burns, WWD, 11 Feb. 2025
The Redditor figured that changing domestic flight plans would be much easier and less expensive than losing a venue deposit and having to re-plan a wedding.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
Melody Brue, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
But New York got off easy compared to many areas across the U.S.
—Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
After discovering this was easier said than done, Evans started her own platform called Bored of Dating Apps, which hosts an array of events for singles to meet IRL.
—Emily Burns, WWD, 11 Feb. 2025
The Redditor figured that changing domestic flight plans would be much easier and less expensive than losing a venue deposit and having to re-plan a wedding.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
Adverb
With a connected calendar, the Desk Pro makes joining meetings on any platform incredibly easy.
—Melody Brue, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
But New York got off easy compared to many areas across the U.S.
—Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for easy
Adjective
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For a more subtle look, weave the lights around strands of greenery to create a stunning, and simple, centerpiece.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Feb. 2025
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Read: The constitutional crisis is here But if the agency is restored—next week, next month, or years from now—restarting its work won’t be as simple as turning the flow of cash back on.—
Hana Kiros,
The Atlantic,
5 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Second, this settlement further highlights the importance of companies developing appropriate safeguards to safeguard consumers' data... even large companies, even one of the world's largest insurance brokerages, can be susceptible to data breaches.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
4 Feb. 2025
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These include the software woes that kept the spacecraft from reaching the space station on the 2019 test flight and the use of valves in the ship's service module that were susceptible to corrosion.—
Stephen Clark,
Ars Technica,
4 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Home Electrification Fair Learn how to make your home healthier and more comfortable, while saving money and polluting less at the Home Electrification Fair.—
Encinitas Advocate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
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Without any outside threat, opposing defenses felt comfortable packing the paint to gum up the offense around Reese and Cardoso, who were limited as a result.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The refrigerator is still your savior if for some reason your cookies seem too soft.—
Tammy Algood,
The Tennessean,
3 Feb. 2025
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Though styled like a sharp chino, the material is soft, stretchy, and thus suitable for almost any activity — even working out, Lulu shoppers claim.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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Two bills working their way through committees get at different ways to keep drinking water clean for areas impacted by Karst geology, which allows nitrate runoff from agricultural practices to more easily seep into groundwater.—
MinnPost,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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For those who frequent the practice range, the MLM model ($299) fits easily in a golf bag.—
Edgar Thompson,
Orlando Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Instant Shine Mask for $15: Infused with biotin, glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and red raspberry seed oil, this translucent, slightly viscous amber liquid purportedly seals the hair cuticle for a smooth and silky result.—
Louryn Strampe,
WIRED,
2 Feb. 2025
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Despite the overall concerns of the shipping shakeup, Sea-Intelligence has argued that the transition for the alliance networks will be smoother than expected given the time the carriers have been able to prepare for the switch.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
31 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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But here’s the thing: these seemingly unfashionable socks are more than just a snug and stretchy medical necessity.—
Sandra Rose Salathe,
Flow Space,
30 Jan. 2025
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My toddler looks really snug and comfortable in this footmuff.—
Chaunie Brusie, RN,
Parents,
23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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So, much of the document describes the indirect costs paid by charitable foundations, which tend to be much lower than the rate paid by the NIH.—
John Timmer,
Ars Technica,
8 Feb. 2025
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Hutchinson’s charitable gambling history dates to 1945 when bingo was legalized.—
Janean Sorrell,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Easy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/easy. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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