Sentence examples for it may be plain from inspiring English sources

It may be plain that I'm writing in endorsement of the art of the director, the so-called auteur — but that's where the paradox comes in.

It may be plain, but only in the way of a well-turned piece of wood, where the surface is smooth, yet also reveals all the undulations of the grain.

Fish and frites, the cheapest of the entrees at $15, may be plain, but it makes a very good showing.

These stones may be plain and natural, but some stone may be "worked", meaning it has been shaped for decorative or functional purposes.

But the biggest factor may be plain inexperience.

They may be plain vanilla, but each corner of their business is bulletproof".

The mouth hole may be plain (cut straight across), notched, or connected to an internal duct.

Stems may be plain green, or mottled mysteriously with dark purples and browns.

The rooms may be plain, but the view out the windows provides a subtle sense of luxury.

Plumage may be plain or marked with metallic blue or green; the sexes look alike in most species.

It's particularly useful for renters, where swapping out the whole lock means, at the very least, asking for permission from a landlord, and in some cases, may be plain impossible.