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 complaint points to autoplay functions and recommendation algorithms, arguing that they are intentionally engineered to maximize screen time and harvest additional user data.
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Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 11 May 2026
There are some secondary layer players with modest exchange value — Drew O’Connor, Linus Karlsson, Max Sasson and the like — who the Canucks should manage carefully for the purpose of maximizing their exchange value over the next 6-24 months as well.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Packing matching sets also maximizes your outfit options on vacation.
—Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2026
Drinking coffee at strategic times can maximize the benefits and minimize the risks.
—Ashley Olivine, Verywell Health, 11 May 2026
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Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 11 May 2026
There are some secondary layer players with modest exchange value — Drew O’Connor, Linus Karlsson, Max Sasson and the like — who the Canucks should manage carefully for the purpose of maximizing their exchange value over the next 6-24 months as well.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Packing matching sets also maximizes your outfit options on vacation.
—Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2026
Drinking coffee at strategic times can maximize the benefits and minimize the risks.
—Ashley Olivine, Verywell Health, 11 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximize
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Salah’s comments followed a limp 4-2 defeat at Aston Villa on Friday that increased criticism of Slot and questions about his future in the job.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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In Los Angeles, for example, the city spent more than 50 million dollars in 2021 on policing homelessness, yet unsheltered homelessness still increased.—
Shianne LeClaire,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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The formula is designed to hydrate and smooth strands while boosting softness and shine for a healthier-looking finish.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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Dial the mode selector over to Sport and the V8 takes over, allowing the electric motor to boost rather than lead your drive experience.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Both forwards scored Wednesday, and both enhanced the opportunities of several teammates.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
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The dermatology and wellness center blends functional and aesthetic medicine to offer treatments designed to enhance natural features rather than dramatically alter them.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2026
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Cleveland could augment, perhaps even with Giannis.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
17 May 2026
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Harry Styles' stage is a pop playground Styles’ laudable core band – anchored by his longtime drummer, the indefatigable Sarah Jones, who makes tricky beats look simple – was augmented by strings and horns on several tracks, a testament to his ambitious musical aspirations.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
17 May 2026
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“Maximize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maximize. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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