maximize

verb

Definition of maximizenext
as in to increase
to make as great as possible in amount or degree The magazine contained tips to maximize the effect of a workout.

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Recent Examples of maximize The Cubs have been able to find pitchers who were undervalued over the years and maximize their talent, but at some point, there needs to be more certainty. — Sahadev Sharma, New York Times, 3 Oct. 2026 Then Achane sustained a rib injury in the Jets game and Wright maximized his opportunity, gaining a career-high 107 rushing yards and scoring one rushing touchdown on 24 carries in a 34-10 win over the New York Jets. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026 After many picked the Rays to finish last in the AL East, Cash maximized the talent on his team and found ways to win, even with some clear roster deficiencies. — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 2 Oct. 2026 The philanthropic challenges resulted in enormous pressure on not-for-profit theaters to maximize box office revenue. — Roche Schulfer, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for maximize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximize
  1. increase
  2. boost
  3. enhance
  4. augment
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  • Contributions would increase depending on family size, with a family of four expected to pay $500,000, officials said.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026
  • Europe in particular appears vulnerable to increasing borrowing costs, with inflation in France, Germany, Italy, and Spain all exceeding analysts’ expectations.
    — Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of increase
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  • The decreases come as the CTA boosted law enforcement on the system at the federal government’s behest, a move that threatened to withhold funding from the transit agency after last year’s Blue Line attack.
    — Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026
  • To boost that dewy look, layer from lightest to heaviest with a light, concentrated hydrating hyaluronic acid serum, followed by a moisturizer and then a barrier repair cream.
    — Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of boost
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  • Additionally, existing chains are likely to respond by upgrading facilities, expanding loyalty perks and enhancing prepared food options.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 3 Oct. 2026
  • The military exemption in South Korea also applies to classical and traditional musicians, dancers and other artists who are viewed as enhancing national pride.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of enhance
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  • By definition, neither party enjoys a clear advantage in these contests, so both will look to augment their base support with the votes of independents.
    — Julio Borquez, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2026
  • As The Economist recently reported, this began to change as local sources were augmented by federal and state spending.
    — Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of augment

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“Maximize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maximize. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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