as in dismisses
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 minimizes
An interior anti-reflective treatment minimizes glare in bright sun, and the glasses offer decent visibility in fading daylight.
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New Atlas,
24 June 2026
For Straight, Hydrated Strands Wavytalk The steam technology in this straightening tool infuses moisture into your hair, reduces frizz and minimizes heat damage while delivering sleek, pin-straight results.
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V Brand Stories,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Thomas minimizes turnovers by shooting before anything bad has a chance to happen.
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John Hollinger,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
This makes hair look silkier but also minimizes frizz, which a stylist once described to me as your hair reaching out to the sky for moisture.
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Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
15 June 2026
Wear clothing that minimizes skin exposure to ticks when possible.
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Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
14 June 2026
This precaution minimizes electrical hazards during flooding.
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Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
12 June 2026
The council's website said that Oregon law recognizes animals as capable of experiencing pain and provides that animals should be cared for in a way that minimizes pain and suffering.
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Chiara Kim,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
They’re made with the brand’s Goga Mat insoles, which deliver a springy, responsive feel that minimizes impact on your feet and wards off foot fatigue.
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Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
New Atlas,
24 June 2026
For Straight, Hydrated Strands Wavytalk The steam technology in this straightening tool infuses moisture into your hair, reduces frizz and minimizes heat damage while delivering sleek, pin-straight results.
—
V Brand Stories,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Thomas minimizes turnovers by shooting before anything bad has a chance to happen.
—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
This makes hair look silkier but also minimizes frizz, which a stylist once described to me as your hair reaching out to the sky for moisture.
—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
15 June 2026
Wear clothing that minimizes skin exposure to ticks when possible.
—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
14 June 2026
This precaution minimizes electrical hazards during flooding.
—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
12 June 2026
The council's website said that Oregon law recognizes animals as capable of experiencing pain and provides that animals should be cared for in a way that minimizes pain and suffering.
—
Chiara Kim,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
They’re made with the brand’s Goga Mat insoles, which deliver a springy, responsive feel that minimizes impact on your feet and wards off foot fatigue.
—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for minimizes
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De Borbon dismisses the accusations as coming from a small group of disgruntled owners.
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Bisignano dismisses the criticism.
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Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
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This greatly diminishes their taste and texture.
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The couple has been targeted by a group called Boycott Divest Zabludowicz, which criticizes them for supporting a pro-Israel lobby.
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That letter, referenced in the Brandeis Center complaint, criticizes the APA for failing to discipline a former division president, Lara Sheehi, for various incendiary comments about Zionism.
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“Minimizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minimizes. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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