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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
The size of the frame is perfect for a smaller guest bedroom with the storage drawer being at the base of the bed, maximizing the shape of the room.
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Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Jan. 2026
Then there is the steady stream of profiles on tech billionaires joylessly devoting themselves to maximizing their lifespan.
—CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
Rome said the companies seem to be maximizing prices while negotiating discounts behind the scenes with health and drug insurers and then setting yet another price for direct-to-consumer cash-pay sales.
—Reuters 12 Hr Ago, CNN Money, 1 Jan. 2026
But, eight years into your career, your coaches are failing you by not maximizing your talent.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 1 Jan. 2026
Adding an extra crease to a device for the sake of innovating and maximizing screen real estate means those devices will, for now, be more expensive and less refined.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2025
Timber is used throughout the interior and the rooms have high ceilings and open layouts, while adjustable louvers are used to control sunlight, blocking it in summer and maximizing it for warmth in winter.
—New Atlas, 29 Dec. 2025
Russia took the lead on long-range strike drones as well, streamlining and maximizing production of its Geran drones, based on the Iranian Shahed design.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 28 Dec. 2025
Currently, the site’s best discounts are on multi-use furniture that’s ideal for maximizing living space ahead of the holidays.
—Kaitlin Gates, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Jan. 2026
Then there is the steady stream of profiles on tech billionaires joylessly devoting themselves to maximizing their lifespan.
—CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
Rome said the companies seem to be maximizing prices while negotiating discounts behind the scenes with health and drug insurers and then setting yet another price for direct-to-consumer cash-pay sales.
—Reuters 12 Hr Ago, CNN Money, 1 Jan. 2026
But, eight years into your career, your coaches are failing you by not maximizing your talent.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 1 Jan. 2026
Adding an extra crease to a device for the sake of innovating and maximizing screen real estate means those devices will, for now, be more expensive and less refined.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2025
Timber is used throughout the interior and the rooms have high ceilings and open layouts, while adjustable louvers are used to control sunlight, blocking it in summer and maximizing it for warmth in winter.
—New Atlas, 29 Dec. 2025
Russia took the lead on long-range strike drones as well, streamlining and maximizing production of its Geran drones, based on the Iranian Shahed design.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 28 Dec. 2025
Currently, the site’s best discounts are on multi-use furniture that’s ideal for maximizing living space ahead of the holidays.
—Kaitlin Gates, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximizing
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Many are pulling six-day work weeks with mandatory overtime, and increasing numbers have begun calling out as the financial strain and exhaustion mount.—
JOSH FUNK,
Arkansas Online,
8 Nov. 2025
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The military is striking the boats at the same time the administration is applying increasing pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.—
NPR,
NPR,
8 Nov. 2025
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In addition to executing the oxygen facial, McLeod-Valentine delivered the earliest iteration of his now-signature facial massage, meant to lymphatically drain the face to emphasize a client’s facial structure while boosting skin radiance and hydration before a major red carpet appearance.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
7 Jan. 2026
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Chia Seed Pudding With Berries Make this rich in protein and extra creamy by combining 3 tablespoons of omega-3-boosting chia seeds with one-half cup of unsweetened soy milk, and one-fourth cup of plain Greek yogurt to get some probiotic benefits.—
Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
7 Jan. 2026
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Liquidating talent is a short-term accounting trick; augmenting talent is a long-term growth strategy.—
Katica Roy,
Fortune,
31 Dec. 2025
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On his last record, Reduction of Man, Jaffe inverted his approach, triggering events for his group to respond to rather than augmenting his own playing.—
Dash Lewis,
Pitchfork,
20 Dec. 2025
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The administration has quietly directed diplomats to press allies on restricting inflows, enhancing deportation mechanisms, and ending policies perceived as favoring migrants over citizens.—
Daniel Ross Goodman,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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While achieving a rugged look, the fiber retains the signature softness and high moisture-regulating properties characteristic of TENCEL™ Lyocell, enhancing wearer comfort.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Maximizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maximizing. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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