no-frills
Example Sentences
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While no-frills fares expand to business and first class, airlines are quietly rewriting the rules in standard economy—most notably around cancellation policies, miles and loyalty perks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
While “Good Day L.A.” was broadcast at Fox 11’s massive West Los Angeles studio, “So Unanchored” is a no-frills affair staged at a Canoga Park office park.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
The gymslip - staple no-frills sportswear for girls across much of the 20th century - was even invented at the college by Osterberg's superintendent Mary Tait.
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
Before transforming Ryanair, O’Leary made a careful study of Southwest and its no-frills, high-efficiency model, featuring a single aircraft type, point-to-point flying instead of hub-and-spoke, and quick plane turnarounds between flights.
From Barron's ● May 8, 2026
I could see him now, hobbling to the bodega to get me some random, no-frills girlie diapers because that’s the kind he can afford.
From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles
