Sentence examples for as a gross simplification from inspiring English sources

Even though our model considers the most important demographic and epidemiologic features of seasonal influenza transmission, every model – irrespective of its complexity – must be regarded as a gross simplification of reality.

But as Lewontin shows, this is a gross simplification.

We recognize that this definition represents a gross simplification as rare, declining, phylogenetically distinct, and functionally important species are generally perceived as having a higher conservation value [26].

While the treatment of a single nephron as representative of whole kidney is a gross simplification compared to models that capture heterogeneities in loop length and the three-dimensional architecture of the tubules and vasculature [ 16- 19], the model developed here is appropriate to capture the physiological function analyzed here.

It is unclear how well any of these methods will perform in cases where the estimation model is a gross simplification of reality (as it often will be), or when certain parameters are assumed to be known without error.

This is a gross simplification.

This is a gross simplification of Whitehall rhetoric, but one that contains an element of truth.

IT IS a gross simplification, but investors tend to fall into one of two schools: value or growth.

The perception that Callas was a dramatically mesmerizing but vocally imperfect singer, whereas Mr. Sutherland was the opposite, vocally glorious but dramatically flat, seems a gross simplification.

This is a gross simplification, of course – based on no research whatsoever and instinct so acute that it is practically made up.

Bangalore is indeed an impressive place, but Mukherjee's shining, prosperous version of the city is a gross simplification, a tiny slice of the modern Indian experience.