as in to dismiss
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
sore losers trying to minimize the other team's victory
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Recent Examples of minimize
To minimize the effect of the closures and operation shifts, the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority suggests that passengers double-check their flight time and be aware of the events expected to take place at DCA and its airspace.
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Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
Firefighters have declared the blaze knocked down but will stay on scene for flare-ups as demolition begins, while officials promise a health-conscious cleanup that minimizes impacts on surrounding residents.
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Jazmin Alvarado,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
Kylie Jenner and Alix Earle are both fans of these exfoliating toner pads that evens texture and minimize pores.
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Essence Wiley,
InStyle,
26 June 2026
This multitasking primer helps blur imperfections, minimize the look of pores and control excess oil for a smoother looking complexion.
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Casey Delbasso,
ABC News,
25 June 2026
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Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
Firefighters have declared the blaze knocked down but will stay on scene for flare-ups as demolition begins, while officials promise a health-conscious cleanup that minimizes impacts on surrounding residents.
—
Jazmin Alvarado,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
Kylie Jenner and Alix Earle are both fans of these exfoliating toner pads that evens texture and minimize pores.
—
Essence Wiley,
InStyle,
26 June 2026
This multitasking primer helps blur imperfections, minimize the look of pores and control excess oil for a smoother looking complexion.
—
Casey Delbasso,
ABC News,
25 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for minimize
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The firms asked the judge to dismiss the case Wednesday, arguing Uber had failed to prove fraud.
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Delta denied this in its legal response, seeking to dismiss the case.
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Historically, after that period, the chances of survival without a water source diminish rapidly.
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Prolonged exposure to heat can lead to insufficient or poor sleep, compromising the immune system, increasing the risk for cardiovascular disease and diminishing cognitive performance.
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“Minimize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minimize. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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