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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 maximizing
This resonance enables the system to move in harmony with the waves, maximizing their conversion into energy.
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2025
The 37% rule The mathematical question for Macy (or our would-be dater looking for love) concerns maximizing probabilities.
—Big Think, 20 Oct. 2025
While Democrats and Republicans have deep disagreements over the risks of climate change and the role of fossil fuels in the future American energy mix, there is a political consensus that Americans can benefit from maximizing the availability of cheaper, more abundant energy.
—Alex Wang, Twin Cities, 19 Oct. 2025
The school needs a coach who can convince boosters to compete for better football players while, more importantly, maximizing the talent on the roster.
—Chris Vannini, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
Operating at the extreme fringes is also an effective strategy for maximizing exposure in the algorithm, which explains why popular influencers such as the Nelk Boys and Jake Paul started their YouTube careers as prank peddlers, before leaning into more overtly political content.
—T. M. Brown, New Yorker, 15 Oct. 2025
The coalition says a buyer would be focused on maximizing profit, namely by seeking out higher returns, more investment and cost-cutting.
—Alysa Guffey, IndyStar, 14 Oct. 2025
Keeping the wick trimmed is essential for a proper flame, reducing soot, and maximizing scent throw.
—Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2025
His plan also relies on maximizing the uses allowed under the lease restrictions Martin would inherit once the transfer is approved by Miami-Dade County.
—Pedro Portal, Miami Herald, 14 Oct. 2025
Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2025
The 37% rule The mathematical question for Macy (or our would-be dater looking for love) concerns maximizing probabilities.
—Big Think, 20 Oct. 2025
While Democrats and Republicans have deep disagreements over the risks of climate change and the role of fossil fuels in the future American energy mix, there is a political consensus that Americans can benefit from maximizing the availability of cheaper, more abundant energy.
—Alex Wang, Twin Cities, 19 Oct. 2025
The school needs a coach who can convince boosters to compete for better football players while, more importantly, maximizing the talent on the roster.
—Chris Vannini, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
Operating at the extreme fringes is also an effective strategy for maximizing exposure in the algorithm, which explains why popular influencers such as the Nelk Boys and Jake Paul started their YouTube careers as prank peddlers, before leaning into more overtly political content.
—T. M. Brown, New Yorker, 15 Oct. 2025
The coalition says a buyer would be focused on maximizing profit, namely by seeking out higher returns, more investment and cost-cutting.
—Alysa Guffey, IndyStar, 14 Oct. 2025
Keeping the wick trimmed is essential for a proper flame, reducing soot, and maximizing scent throw.
—Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2025
His plan also relies on maximizing the uses allowed under the lease restrictions Martin would inherit once the transfer is approved by Miami-Dade County.
—Pedro Portal, Miami Herald, 14 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximizing
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The organization’s Green Heart Project, which studies the impact of better air quality on heart disease through urban greening, has found that increasing the number of trees and shrubs in an area can create lower levels of a blood marker associated with inflammation.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
26 Oct. 2025
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Coffee prices have been increasing sharply since the start of this year.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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An extra-high rise and a butt-boosting fit in the back come together to bless your curves.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
21 Oct. 2025
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The surging price of gold is boosting some developing economies, challenging the US dollar’s hegemony — and changing jewelry designs.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
21 Oct. 2025
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The British royal family member accessorized her look with gold earrings by English designer Daniella Draper — donning a pair of mini hoops with shamrock charms in gold, further augmenting the fall shades of her ensemble.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
14 Oct. 2025
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The offense and entire team were built around augmenting his greatness.—
Paul Dehner Jr,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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Central Indiana Cycling, a bicycling advocacy organization, praised the HAWK signals and other design features like raised crosswalks for enhancing safety.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
22 Oct. 2025
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Antipsychotic medications can reduce hallucinations and delusions, while therapies and rehabilitations can address specific concerns, like teaching cognitive techniques or enhancing social skills to interact with others.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Maximizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maximizing. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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