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as in dismissing
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 minimizing
Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 19 Feb. 2026
The tension settings stretch and evenly distribute airflow while minimizing heat exposure.
—Essence Wiley, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026
The tower’s three-petal base and tapering wings also provide a streamlined shape that allows wind to flow around the building more smoothly, minimizing overall stress on the structure.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 18 Feb. 2026
In everyday life, building secure attachment can look like making eye contact when your child is talking, validating their feelings instead of minimizing them, and being consistent with routines and expectations.
—Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 17 Feb. 2026
Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights remain unlit, minimizing the chance of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 17 Feb. 2026
This method aims to create a personalized sleeping experience while minimizing disturbances at night.
—Aliyah Rodriguez, The Spruce, 17 Feb. 2026
Parchment paper is an essential kitchen tool, helping cooks and bakers prepare flawless dishes while minimizing cleanup.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
The innovative idea also focuses on reducing operational costs, minimizing the requirement for buying expensive land to build data centers.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
Verb
Meanwhile, a low-luster finish gives paint a subtle sheen that wears off over time, while minimizing overall fading because the paint is better protected from the elements.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 19 Feb. 2026
The tension settings stretch and evenly distribute airflow while minimizing heat exposure.
—Essence Wiley, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026
The tower’s three-petal base and tapering wings also provide a streamlined shape that allows wind to flow around the building more smoothly, minimizing overall stress on the structure.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 18 Feb. 2026
In everyday life, building secure attachment can look like making eye contact when your child is talking, validating their feelings instead of minimizing them, and being consistent with routines and expectations.
—Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 17 Feb. 2026
Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights remain unlit, minimizing the chance of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 17 Feb. 2026
This method aims to create a personalized sleeping experience while minimizing disturbances at night.
—Aliyah Rodriguez, The Spruce, 17 Feb. 2026
Parchment paper is an essential kitchen tool, helping cooks and bakers prepare flawless dishes while minimizing cleanup.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
The innovative idea also focuses on reducing operational costs, minimizing the requirement for buying expensive land to build data centers.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for minimizing
Noun
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Aumann’s complaint alleges fraud, tortious interference and business disparagement and other alleged misdeeds.—
Paul Flahive,
Austin American Statesman,
15 Jan. 2026
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The disparagement made Knausgaard drop writing for a good ten years.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Jan. 2026
Verb
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But dismissing or minimizing disappointment can unintentionally teach children to ignore or suppress emotions.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Parents,
17 Feb. 2026
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Ignoring or outright dismissing Black parents who seek options is not progress — or progressive.—
Darius Jones,
New York Daily News,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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All there is to do, sometimes, is know in your heart of hearts that a nuanced piece of literature and a provocative and deviant piece of pop culture can exist alongside each other without one diminishing the other.—
Pamela Avila,
USA Today,
15 Feb. 2026
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The airport’s current name is widely recognized and respected, and altering it would only create confusion while diminishing the local identity.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Sun Sentinel commentary criticizing legislation that would allow Broward Health and Memorial Healthcare System to collaborate overlooks the real needs of patients, and the data before us.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Feb. 2026
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Some of the very people criticizing you are the ones asking for more access.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Minimizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minimizing. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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