maximize
verb
max·i·mize
ˈmak-sə-ˌmīz 
maximized; maximizing
1
: to increase to a maximum
maximize profits
2
: to make the most of
arranged the furniture to maximize space in the small apartment
3
: to find a maximum value of
4
: to increase the size of (a window) to fill an entire computer screen
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I rearranged the furniture to maximize the space in my small apartment.
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Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Dec. 2025
It was really designed to maximize revenue per seat.
—John Seabrook, New Yorker, 1 Dec. 2025
The Moccamaster was the first to receive the Specialty Coffee Association’s stamp of approval for regulating its water temperature and distribution in a way designed to maximize the best flavor from ground coffee in a easy one-button package.
—Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025
Sign up before the opening kickoffs today to maximize your choices with your first bet and maximize the benefits of your welcome offer.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2025
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maximize
verb
max·i·mize
ˈmak-sə-ˌmīz
maximized; maximizing
1
: to increase to a maximum
maximize profits
2
: to make the most of
maximize your opportunities
3
: to increase the size of (a window) to fill an entire computer screen
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