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it's undemanding
Grammar usage guide and real-world examples

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Usage summary

Human-verified examples

Expert writing tips

Linguistic context

Ludwig's wrap-up

Alternative expressions

FAQs

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

2 human-written examples

But on the plus side it is not expensive and it's undemanding family fun.

News & Media

Independent

It's undemanding fare as the crotchety pair shamble across country, falling in and out with each other, and occasionally falling over.

News & Media

The Guardian

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

58 human-written examples

"While we remain a fundamental bull on the stock and feel that the current valuation is undemanding, we find it difficult to see the shares performing until the market gets clarification on both the B.K. issue and current trading conditions".

News & Media

The New York Times

If we are to believe the advertising of the big chain bookshops, or go by what packs the stands at airports, it seems that summer-holiday reading must above all be undemanding.

News & Media

The Guardian - Books

This Biennial is undemanding — what with frisky works about snowboarding, mosh pits, and psychics — and it is remarkably free of abrasive politics and overt references to sex.

News & Media

The New Yorker

They are undemanding, too.

News & Media

The Guardian - Lifestyle

"Must" be undemanding?

News & Media

The New York Times - Arts

China, by contrast, is undemanding, worryingly so.

News & Media

The Economist

Yet, artistically speaking, Ravello is undemanding.

News & Media

Independent

It has plenty of trees; water, energy and labour are cheap; environmental standards (in practice, if not in theory) are undemanding.

News & Media

The Economist

But Oriel said: While the shares have shown some recent recovery from depressed levels, the rating is undemanding.

News & Media

The Guardian - Business

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

In technical or scientific contexts, use the phrase to describe procedures that require minimal specialized equipment or intense labor.

Common error

Be careful not to use "it's undemanding" as a synonym for 'boring' without providing context. While it often implies a positive sense of relaxation, in some critical reviews it can be interpreted as a lack of depth or quality unless you specify that the lack of demand is a benefit.

Antonio Rotolo, PhD

Digital Humanist | Computational Linguist | CEO @Ludwig.guru

Source & Trust

94%

Authority and reliability

4.8/5

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Linguistic Context

The phrase "it's undemanding" functions as a predicative adjective clause. It consists of the dummy subject "it", the contracted linking verb "'s" (is), and the adjective "undemanding" which modifies the subject. According to Ludwig, this structure is standard for evaluating the nature of an experience or process.

Expression frequency: Common

Frequent in

News & Media

65%

Science

20%

Wiki

10%

Less common in

Formal & Business

Encyclopedias

Social Media

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

The phrase "it's undemanding" is a well-established expression used across diverse fields to describe something that requires minimal effort or attention. Data from Ludwig shows that it is particularly prevalent in cultural criticism—describing films, books, or music that offer 'light' entertainment—and in scientific literature to characterize procedures that are simple to perform. While generally neutral, it can carry a positive connotation of being relaxing or a slightly negative one of being unstimulating, depending on the context. Its grammatical simplicity and clarity make it a reliable choice for both formal reports and casual reviews.

More alternative expressions(10)

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

it is low-maintenance

Shifts the focus to the lack of upkeep or attention required over time

it is effortless

Suggests a higher degree of ease, often implying grace or natural simplicity

it's unchallenging

More neutral or potentially slightly negative, implying a lack of intellectual stimulation

it's straightforward

Emphasizes that something is easy to understand or follow without complexity

it is not taxing

Specifically highlights that the subject does not drain one's physical or mental energy

it's breezy

A more informal and idiomatic way to describe light, easy-to-digest entertainment

it is manageable

Focuses on the ability to handle the task easily rather than its inherent nature

it is accessible

Used often in arts and media to mean easy for a wide audience to enjoy

it is easy-going

Usually describes personalities or social atmospheres rather than tasks or media

it's a walk in the park

An idiomatic expression for something extremely easy

FAQs

When should I use "it's undemanding" instead of "it is easy"?

While both indicate simplicity, "it's undemanding" specifically refers to the amount of effort, attention, or resources required. Use it when you want to emphasize that something won't drain the user's energy. For a more direct focus on simplicity, you might prefer "it is easy".

Is "it's undemanding" formal enough for a business report?

Yes, it is perfectly acceptable in professional contexts, especially when describing a "low-maintenance process" or a task that does not require heavy oversight.

What is a more sophisticated way to say "it's undemanding"?

In academic or high-level professional writing, you might use "it is not cognitively taxing" or "it imposes minimal requirements".

Can "it's undemanding" be used to describe a person?

It can, but it is less common than describing an activity or object. To describe a person who is easy to get along with, "they are easy-going" is usually more natural.

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Table of contents

Usage summary

Human-verified examples

Expert writing tips

Linguistic context

Ludwig's wrap-up

Alternative expressions

FAQs

Source & Trust

94%

Authority and reliability

4.8/5

Expert rating

Real-world application tested

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it's undemandingGrammar usage guide and real-world examples

it's undemanding
Grammar usage guide and real-world examples