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as in most
of the greatest or highest degree or quantity
the maximum amount of time needed to complete the project
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Recent Examples of maximum
Miami Herald Hurricane Bot, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
The punishment would be up to a year in prison, a maximum fine of $10,000, or both.
—Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025
On the two convictions, Combs faced a maximum of 20 years in prison.
—Dave Nemetz, TVLine, 3 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
With maximum sustained winds of 85 mph, the hurricane is moving east-northeast at 30 mph.
—Miami Herald Hurricane Bot, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
The punishment would be up to a year in prison, a maximum fine of $10,000, or both.
—Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Noun
Seating is limited — the sushi counter accommodates a maximum of 14 guests at a time.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025
On the two convictions, Combs faced a maximum of 20 years in prison.
—Dave Nemetz, TVLine, 3 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximum
Adjective
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The Winnipeg Jets won the Presidents’ Trophy with the NHL’s most points last season, and the Canadiens, Oilers, Ottawa Senators and Toronto Maple Leafs also made playoff appearances.—
Rob Rossi,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The reality is that most companies don’t make such decisions based on what an employee believes, but on how their behavior reflects on the organization and impacts others.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The safety and satisfaction of our customers remain our utmost concern.—
News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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For these reasons, a reputable company with ethical and safe sourcing is of utmost importance.—
Essence,
Essence,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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At its max, the Dallas site can hold 103 people.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
25 Sep. 2025
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The second largest stadium in the league is in Arizona with a max capacity of about 48,300.—
Scott Soshnick,
Sportico.com,
23 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The ultimate letdown came in the eighth inning, when the Phillies — down 5-3 — loaded the bases against Tyler Glasnow to coax Alex Vesia from the Dodgers bullpen.—
Charlotte Varnes,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Venus in Virgo closes out in your home sector, so cozy-fying your nest or setting firmer fam boundaries could be the ultimate form of self-care.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Maximum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maximum. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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