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
That means enforcing existing laws, securing our borders and streamlining legal immigration — not ignoring our laws in the name of misguided compassion.
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Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2025
Federal rules to modify prior authorization that were introduced by the first Trump administration and finalized by the Biden administration are set to take effect next year, with the aim of streamlining the process, reducing wait times, and improving transparency.
—Lauren Sausser, NBC news, 12 June 2025
Ramp, a financial operations platform, is part of a growing number of tools designed to automate that process by streamlining payments, cutting costs, and freeing up finance teams to focus on strategy instead of spreadsheets.
—Ellen Sheng, CNBC, 10 June 2025
Follow this tutorial to streamline your laundry-folding routine and maximize your storage.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2025
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Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2025
Federal rules to modify prior authorization that were introduced by the first Trump administration and finalized by the Biden administration are set to take effect next year, with the aim of streamlining the process, reducing wait times, and improving transparency.
—Lauren Sausser, NBC news, 12 June 2025
Ramp, a financial operations platform, is part of a growing number of tools designed to automate that process by streamlining payments, cutting costs, and freeing up finance teams to focus on strategy instead of spreadsheets.
—Ellen Sheng, CNBC, 10 June 2025
Follow this tutorial to streamline your laundry-folding routine and maximize your storage.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for streamline
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Eligible children may face barriers to accessing Medicaid and CHIP coverage if the legislation blocks a rule that simplifies enrollment in those programs, according to the CBPP.—
Lorie Konish,
CNBC,
13 June 2025
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For routine purchases, agentic commerce will focus on speed and convenience—using collaborative AI agents to simplify checkout and streamline fulfillment.—
Zornitza Stefanova,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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Since the takeover, Air India has ordered hundreds of new planes, redesigned its branding and livery and absorbed smaller airlines that Tata held stakes in.—
Shonal Ganguly,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2025
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Ramsay redesigned the menu to include local food and upgraded the restaurant’s interior, adding art deco-style touches, new seating, contemporary marbled countertops, wall art and a tufted sofa in the private niche.—
Bryna Zumer,
Baltimore Sun,
13 June 2025
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Despite the increasing urgency to modernize finance and meet regulatory expectations, the same problems keep recurring.—
Rahul Bhatia,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2025
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The surge in funding comes as President Donald Trump has proposed an increase in defense spending, with a focus on modernizing military capabilities and opening opportunities beyond the legacy defense sector.—
Julia Boorstin,
CNBC,
10 June 2025
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This headline and article were updated with Khalil's release from the ICE detention facility.—
Dan Gooding
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 June 2025
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Much of the work is behind-the-scenes—updating certificates, keys and secrets—but intrinsic to efficient, secure and well-managed operations.—
Jordan Rackie,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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“Streamline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/streamline. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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