Best apps like Plain English Dictionary - Simple and Basic

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Updated August 2026

Plain English Dictionary is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 12+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

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Catholic Jerusalem Bible+Audio#1

Catholic Jerusalem Bible+Audio by RAVINDHIRAN ANAND

Catholic Jerusalem Bible (NJB)
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Access the Catholic Jerusalem Bible with audio, reading plans, and offline capabilities. Customize your reading experience with adjustable fonts, highlights, and bookmarks. Share verses and notes with friends.

Angelology#2

Angelology by Raymond Jones

Strong Contender
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5.0(4 ratings)
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Explore the nature and attributes of angels and demons as described in the Bible. Discover their roles as guardians and messengers, and learn about significant human encounters with these spiritual beings.

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北京版小学英语-学生最新同步点读口语专家 by 宇 郑

北京出版社官方英语教材同步课堂讲解
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4.0(4 ratings)
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This app provides synchronized audio lessons for Beijing elementary school English textbooks (2022 version). It features high-quality audio, adjustable playback speed, sentence translation, and interactive reading functions to help children learn pronunciation and comprehension.

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