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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
Organization is key to maximizing closet space, and old bed sheets can help.
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Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 13 Mar. 2026
Whereas Miller has pushed for maximizing the number of arrests and deportations, Homan’s statements have emphasized a more discerning approach focused on criminals.
—Nick Miroff, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
These are our best cookbook storage ideas for maximizing kitchen space.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2026
As their most ambitious composer, Wise set his sights on the console’s SPC700 sound chip, maximizing its potential by conceiving an inventive, maddeningly strenuous composition process.
—Billie Bugara, Pitchfork, 7 Mar. 2026
Packing cubes also made the cut, obviously, because maximizing suitcase space is a personality trait at this point.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2026
Coach Charles Lee has done a great job maximizing players such as starting center Moussa Diabaté, whom Charlotte picked up via a two-way contract less than two years ago but trusts to anchor the team’s interior.
—James Jackson, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
His administration has heavily criticized states that have declined to mimic the federal tax code changes, and with affordability a top concern for Americans, the president only stands to benefit by maximizing the benefits of his signature legislation in the months before the midterm elections.
—Marissa Meador, IndyStar, 5 Mar. 2026
The structures showcase the land around them, maximizing views and privacy.
—Erin Hassanzadeh, CBS News, 2 Mar. 2026
Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 13 Mar. 2026
Whereas Miller has pushed for maximizing the number of arrests and deportations, Homan’s statements have emphasized a more discerning approach focused on criminals.
—Nick Miroff, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
These are our best cookbook storage ideas for maximizing kitchen space.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2026
As their most ambitious composer, Wise set his sights on the console’s SPC700 sound chip, maximizing its potential by conceiving an inventive, maddeningly strenuous composition process.
—Billie Bugara, Pitchfork, 7 Mar. 2026
Packing cubes also made the cut, obviously, because maximizing suitcase space is a personality trait at this point.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2026
Coach Charles Lee has done a great job maximizing players such as starting center Moussa Diabaté, whom Charlotte picked up via a two-way contract less than two years ago but trusts to anchor the team’s interior.
—James Jackson, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
His administration has heavily criticized states that have declined to mimic the federal tax code changes, and with affordability a top concern for Americans, the president only stands to benefit by maximizing the benefits of his signature legislation in the months before the midterm elections.
—Marissa Meador, IndyStar, 5 Mar. 2026
The structures showcase the land around them, maximizing views and privacy.
—Erin Hassanzadeh, CBS News, 2 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximizing
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One of the biggest concerns for consumers is that an increasing number of data centers could hit them financially.—
Zach Halaschak,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Mar. 2026
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Among those saying the deal doesn’t go far enough are Ticketmaster competitors who have had to offer increasing protections for venues that chose them over Live Nation.—
Paul Flahive,
Austin American Statesman,
19 Mar. 2026
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The vast majority was spent by a pro-cryptocurrency PAC, Fairshake, on ads attacking Stratton, but some was also spent on ads supporting Krishnamoorthi and, in an effort to drive Black voters away from Stratton, boosting Kelly.—
Dan Petrella,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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According to internal documents, the agency is planning to buy and retrofit 24 commercial warehouses, boosting its detention capacity to more than 92,000 beds in a matter of months.—
Carlie Procell,
USA Today,
18 Mar. 2026
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Artificial intelligence, often seen as a centrifugal force, could become a centripetal one for Europe—augmenting not only productivity, but collective intelligence.—
François Candelon,
Fortune,
13 Mar. 2026
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Finally, consider augmenting the winter landscape, when roses and many of their companions lie dormant.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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The Waterloo Conservancy is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing the natural and cultural resources of Waterloo Park.—
Billboard Staff,
Billboard,
17 Mar. 2026
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Shapermint creates thoughtful designs, focusing on enhancing the body while maintaining breathability and comfort.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Maximizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maximizing. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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