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simplistic

[sim-plis-tik] / sɪmˈplɪs tɪk /
ADJECTIVE
simple
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"What is too simplistic is treating that as a story of cause and blame. Rain is not a decision," says Sanyal.

From BBC Sep. 3, 2026

Here’s an extremely simplistic illustration to see how the rent-and-invest versus buy numbers could play out today, using a calculator provided by Moody’s chief economist Mark Zandi: A 35-year-old buys a starter home.

From MarketWatch Sep. 2, 2026

The view that 5% on the 10-year Treasury is a tipping point for stocks is too simplistic.

From Barron's Aug. 22, 2026

“Etna” is sentimental and no doubt simplistic, but its timeless storytelling formula makes it a moving experience.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 29, 2026

The reasons, to be a little simplistic, are poor education, psychological blocks, and romantic misconceptions about the nature of mathematics.

From "Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences" by John Allen Paulos



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