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 theme of the two-and-a-half-hour episode was how to maximize your productivity and happiness in 2026.
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Ellie Austin, Fortune, 14 Jan. 2026
The Red Sox, who last year led the majors with 116 errors, will need a lockdown infield defense behind Suárez to maximize his abilities.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 14 Jan. 2026
Even better, the ottoman doubles as hidden storage, maximizing space with room for kids’ toys, extra blankets, books, and more.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026
Above all, however, the most important factor in maximizing the health benefits of exercise is enjoyment.
—Currie Engel, Health, 13 Jan. 2026
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Ellie Austin, Fortune, 14 Jan. 2026
The Red Sox, who last year led the majors with 116 errors, will need a lockdown infield defense behind Suárez to maximize his abilities.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 14 Jan. 2026
Even better, the ottoman doubles as hidden storage, maximizing space with room for kids’ toys, extra blankets, books, and more.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026
Above all, however, the most important factor in maximizing the health benefits of exercise is enjoyment.
—Currie Engel, Health, 13 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximize
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Hadi of the weather service said those increasing winds could create hazardous marine conditions in South Florida, so swimmers and boaters should stay aware.—
Sofia Saric,
Miami Herald,
14 Jan. 2026
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The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) has pushed back the start date of the new Clean Heat Standard (CHS) – a regulatory scheme that increases costs for natural gas, propane and oil providers to support state climate goals – back two years to 2028.—
Tim Dunn,
Boston Herald,
14 Jan. 2026
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But this is a Martha Stewart production boosted by the expert medical insight of a top dermatologist.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
11 Jan. 2026
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The Broncos are not a Super Bowl team in the traditional sense, not without more weapons offensively, and a special teams boost from Marvin Mims Jr.—
Troy Renck The Denver Post,
Arkansas Online,
10 Jan. 2026
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Titanium dioxide materials and high-refractive-index lenses further enhance light absorption.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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These features are further enhanced by technology that adapts to individual preferences, such as smart shower controls and lighting systems tailored to each user.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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This innovative approach not only speeds the design process but also frees up designers to focus on more creative tasks, demonstrating how AI can be used as a tool to augment human creativity rather than replace it.—
Li Jun,
Footwear News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Powell levels could be augmented by Upper Basin contributions to protect infrastructure.—
Debra Utacia Krol,
AZCentral.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Maximize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maximize. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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