as in to simplify
to describe (something) in a way that does not include all the facts and details and that causes misunderstanding
The article oversimplifies the problem. She tends to oversimplify things.
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Recent Examples of oversimplify
Many content creators oversimplified or overstated the symptoms of ADHD without reliable sources to back them up.
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Brittney Melton, NPR, 25 Mar. 2025
There are critics for every generation who popularize some stereotypes and oversimplify their characteristics or work styles.
—Nitin Gupta, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
Other than oversimplifying the similarities or even comparing it to previous experiences, the food now is a paradox.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
Many materials for ELLs can be oversimplified and unrelated to grade-level goals, especially in middle and high school classrooms.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 1 Mar. 2025
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Brittney Melton, NPR, 25 Mar. 2025
There are critics for every generation who popularize some stereotypes and oversimplify their characteristics or work styles.
—Nitin Gupta, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
Other than oversimplifying the similarities or even comparing it to previous experiences, the food now is a paradox.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
Many materials for ELLs can be oversimplified and unrelated to grade-level goals, especially in middle and high school classrooms.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 1 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for oversimplify
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“Oversimplify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oversimplify. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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