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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 maximizes
This allows for continuous movement that maximizes the room.
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Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 30 Apr. 2026
The best case is to wait until age 70, which maximizes Social Security income, Elliott said.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
Professor Ahring notes that the system maximizes methane yield while producing pipeline-ready gas.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 22 Apr. 2026
Lying directly on the ground maximizes skin-to-earth contact.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Apr. 2026
The first — sleeping in your car — maximizes your space a bit more.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
This strategy maximizes your garden’s yield by managing your space and the timing of your plantings.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
Keeping the line micro maximizes space on short nails.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 10 Apr. 2026
The home's single glass door opens directly into its living room, which maximizes its utility with a sofa bed for guests, a storage unit, and a table.
—Adam Williams
april 04, New Atlas, 4 Apr. 2026
Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 30 Apr. 2026
The best case is to wait until age 70, which maximizes Social Security income, Elliott said.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
Professor Ahring notes that the system maximizes methane yield while producing pipeline-ready gas.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 22 Apr. 2026
Lying directly on the ground maximizes skin-to-earth contact.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Apr. 2026
The first — sleeping in your car — maximizes your space a bit more.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
This strategy maximizes your garden’s yield by managing your space and the timing of your plantings.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
Keeping the line micro maximizes space on short nails.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 10 Apr. 2026
The home's single glass door opens directly into its living room, which maximizes its utility with a sofa bed for guests, a storage unit, and a table.
—Adam Williams
april 04, New Atlas, 4 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximizes
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CycloKinetics says the fuel improves combustion performance and increases energy density, helping missiles travel farther while improving standoff capability.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 May 2026
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Prioritize In-Flight Hydration Air travel greatly increases your risk of dehydration due to the extremely low humidity and lower cabin pressure.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
6 May 2026
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The patented multi-panel high-rise waistband technology in the leggings boosts muscle memory in the core, glutes, and spine for instant alignment, stability, support and pain relief.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 May 2026
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Neuroscientists Wendy Suzuki, PhD, Samuel Wang, PhD, and Gary Small, MD explain how movement increases blood flow, boosts growth factors like BDNF, and floods the brain with mood-lifting neurochemicals.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
30 Apr. 2026
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This investment expands the production of the Bushmaster, supports jobs, boosts sovereign capacity and enhances Australian manufacturing capabilities, standing ready to efficiently meet international demand.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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Pro hairstylist Ryan Richman previously described this Briogeo cream as a lightweight, silicone-free heat-protectant cream that minimizes frizz, smooths hair, enhances shine, and protects against heat up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
27 Apr. 2026
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This is the first of a new type of rideshare program flying to that orbit that augments SpaceX’s Transporter program that flies to SSO.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2026
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Any presence on the interior that augments the pass rush would be welcome, no matter the primary position.—
Paul Dehner Jr,
New York Times,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Maximizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maximizes. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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