maximize
verb
max·i·mize
ˈmak-sə-ˌmīz 
maximized; maximizing
1
: to increase to a maximum
2
: to make the most of
3
: to find a maximum value of
4
: to increase the size of (a window) to fill an entire computer screen
Examples of maximize in a Sentence
I rearranged the furniture to maximize the space in my small apartment.
This program will teach you how to maximize your strengths while minimizing your weaknesses.
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Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
In addition, Rizing’s industry-specific solutions and deep understanding of the fashion retail sector ensured that Birkenstock could maximize the benefits of SAP S/4HANA.
—Brian Wasson, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
How to troubleshoot and maximize your fiber speeds Fiber is usually the fastest home internet, but slowdowns can still occur.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2025
Assuming his injury won’t keep him out long, look for Turpin to continue to shine in a Schottenheimer offense that has finally figured out how to maximize his speed and route-running ability.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Sep. 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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