plain
Example Sentences
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The one advantage was that the dancers, mainly on a plain stage, could shine in a town that knows its dance.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Rather, she takes a plain white bag and decorates it to the max — an “Easter basket of sorts,” as she describes the final product.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026
His anger plain to see, he had to be reminded to answer questions, not try to make his case.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
With the right balance of water and solvent, a plain surface can transform into a vibrant array of patterns.
From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026
The receiver looks these numbers up in the codebook, and the message is turned back into plain language.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.