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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This allows organizations to maximize their investments while benefiting from advanced AI capabilities.
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Craig Costigan, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Remedy: To make the most of the vertical space within your pantry, Rosenthal recommends tall, narrow bins that can help maximize every inch.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2025
The telescope's already-sharp vision has now been boosted significantly thanks to a new instrument designed to maximize the information gleaned from the sun's light, scientists said on Thursday.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Regular exercise Spending social time with friends or relatives
Getting enough sleep every night
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Certain healthy habits can help maximize your energy levels to get the most out of your days.
—Cathy Nelson, Verywell Health, 24 Apr. 2025
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Craig Costigan, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Remedy: To make the most of the vertical space within your pantry, Rosenthal recommends tall, narrow bins that can help maximize every inch.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2025
The telescope's already-sharp vision has now been boosted significantly thanks to a new instrument designed to maximize the information gleaned from the sun's light, scientists said on Thursday.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Regular exercise Spending social time with friends or relatives
Getting enough sleep every night
A Word From Verywell
Certain healthy habits can help maximize your energy levels to get the most out of your days.
—Cathy Nelson, Verywell Health, 24 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for maximize
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“Maximize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maximize. Accessed 1 May. 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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