1
as in to simplify
to make less complex
streamline the work of mailing out flyers by using computer-generated labels
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2
as in to redesign
to adapt to modern needs, taste, or usage
in an effort to compete against online vendors, many traditional retailers have had to streamline their brick-and-mortar stores
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Recent Examples of streamline
Redefine and streamline your customer engagement and product experience by deploying AI systems in high-impact areas such as order-to-cash, procure‑to‑pay, and supply chain orchestration.
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Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 3 Nov. 2025
In an effort to streamline your routine with picks that are actually worth the investment, our editors and contributors continually try out robot vacuums in our own homes, from old-faithful brands like iRobot and Eufy as well as the latest innovations from big-names like Dyson.
—Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 3 Nov. 2025
These are warehouses located near major ports designed to minimize ground transportation expenses and streamline the flow of goods into its wider fulfillment network.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 31 Oct. 2025
The right tool can streamline conversations, keep everyone in sync, and boost productivity.
—Rebecca Lazar, Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
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Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 3 Nov. 2025
In an effort to streamline your routine with picks that are actually worth the investment, our editors and contributors continually try out robot vacuums in our own homes, from old-faithful brands like iRobot and Eufy as well as the latest innovations from big-names like Dyson.
—Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 3 Nov. 2025
These are warehouses located near major ports designed to minimize ground transportation expenses and streamline the flow of goods into its wider fulfillment network.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 31 Oct. 2025
The right tool can streamline conversations, keep everyone in sync, and boost productivity.
—Rebecca Lazar, Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for streamline
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That’s in contrast to recent moves in the US, where the menu has been simplified to boost operational efficiency.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
4 Nov. 2025
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Rebalance your portfolio when needed and consider consolidating any other 401(k)s down the road into the same account to simplify management and help your savings grow efficiently.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
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The task ahead isn’t just to limit damage, but to redesign strength.—
Natalie Unterstell,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
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On the heels of that opening two years ago, Boots has redesigned more than 180 beauty halls and trained more than 1,400 beauty specialists with an emphasis on expertise and customer service.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
4 Nov. 2025
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The push to modernize the fighter fleet is part of Taiwan’s broader effort to shore up its defenses against China, which views the democratic island as its territory.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Oct. 2025
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In 1913, President Woodrow Wilson demolished the colonial garden, modernizing it with a rose garden.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Oc Register,
29 Oct. 2025
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Earlier predictions can't be updated for lack of new data.—
Sydney Sasser,
Arkansas Online,
7 Nov. 2025
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What Happens Next The fog is expected to lift on Thursday morning, after 9 am (CST), but residents and travelers in affected areas are advised to be prepared, remain vigilant, and check local forecasts for weather and road condition updates.—
Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Streamline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/streamline. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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