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
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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Vehicles will evolve from driver-centric machines into intelligent partners that understand user preferences and emotions, aiming to maximize the value of space and time during mobility.
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
Including a mid-round pick (or two) is a simple and commonplace way for teams to maximize their return in a trade.
—Thomas Drance, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Nestle the sandwiches vertically in a pan to maximize crispy golden ridges, and soak overnight in custard.
—Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 6 Jan. 2026
Dior carried out tests on 69 laser patients in China before treatment and up to three months afterwards, and found that by using the serum alongside laser, recovery was not only sped up, but the results were maximized.
—Kathleen Baird-Murray, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2026
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
Including a mid-round pick (or two) is a simple and commonplace way for teams to maximize their return in a trade.
—Thomas Drance, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Nestle the sandwiches vertically in a pan to maximize crispy golden ridges, and soak overnight in custard.
—Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 6 Jan. 2026
Dior carried out tests on 69 laser patients in China before treatment and up to three months afterwards, and found that by using the serum alongside laser, recovery was not only sped up, but the results were maximized.
—Kathleen Baird-Murray, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2026
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“Maximize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maximize. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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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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