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
For non-Africans, a shrunken representation of Africa minimizes its demographic, economic and strategic significance, Ndiaye added.
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Jason Ma, Fortune, 23 Aug. 2025
There's a tendency to minimize the scope of damage, Scampini Linn said.
—Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 22 Aug. 2025
To specifically address puffiness, the formula also features sodium dextran sulfate, an ingredient that helps improve microcirculation and minimize fluid buildup under the eyes.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Aug. 2025
Comfort: cycling infrastructure should allow for comfortable maneuvering and minimize the use of (precious) human energy.
—Carlton Reid, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
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Jason Ma, Fortune, 23 Aug. 2025
There's a tendency to minimize the scope of damage, Scampini Linn said.
—Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 22 Aug. 2025
To specifically address puffiness, the formula also features sodium dextran sulfate, an ingredient that helps improve microcirculation and minimize fluid buildup under the eyes.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Aug. 2025
Comfort: cycling infrastructure should allow for comfortable maneuvering and minimize the use of (precious) human energy.
—Carlton Reid, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for minimize
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Boston Magazine reported that during her training she was ultimately dismissed for administering opiates without a doctor’s order and leaving her shift early.—
Christina Coulter,
People.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Bond's attorneys filed a lawsuit against the unnamed accuser, and the suit was ultimately dismissed.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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The reality is that professionalism, delivered consistently, will outlast attempts to diminish it.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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“Minimize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minimize. Accessed 28 Aug. 2025.
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