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uncomplicated story

[/ˌʌnˈkɑːmplɪkeɪtɪd ˈstɔːri/]
noun phrasepl: uncomplicated stories
história simples
1. A narrative or account that is straightforward, easy to understand, and lacks complexity or intricate plot elements
The children's book told an uncomplicated story about a boy and his dog.
O livro infantil contava uma história simples sobre um menino e seu cachorro.
2. A tale without convoluted subplots, ambiguity, or intricate character development
He preferred uncomplicated stories with clear beginnings, middles, and ends.
Ele preferia histórias simples com começos, meios e fins claros.
NYC Slang
straightforward tale; no-frills story
Synonyms
simple storystraightforward narrativeplain taleeasy story
Antonyms
complex storyintricate narrativeconvoluted taleintricate plot

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
história simples
most common usage
Rio de Janeiro
história sem complicação
colloquial variation
São Paulo
história direta
alternative usage
Portugal
história descomplicada
European Portuguese preference

Related Idioms & Phrases

a no-brainer story
easy-to-follow narrative
cut and dry tale
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