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    How do you understand the phrase 'Less is more'?
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    "Less is more" means that simplicity makes a better design than something more complex and cluttered.
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    Thank you for the explanation, Ma'm. I appreciate your prompt reply.

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    Quote Originally Posted by natasha View Post
    Gentlemen,
    How do you understand the phrase 'Less is more'?
    Thank you.
    Less is more valuable than a greater quantity, with the emphasis being on quality and eliminating that which is not necessary. The specific shades of meaning could change depending on the context in my opinion.
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