optimizing

Definition of optimizingnext
present participle of optimize

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of optimizing Even after optimizing the process, Ricoh was still spending about $200,000 a month on AI fees—more than their total payroll for the task had been. Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 10 Jan. 2026 At those speeds, shoe drag becomes more significant, suggesting the potential of performance gains by optimizing a shoe’s aerodynamic efficiency. Cory Smith, Outside, 8 Jan. 2026 This finding is one of many others that reinforce the growing role of machine learning as a tool for understanding disease biology, rather than simply optimizing existing treatments. Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 1 Jan. 2026 Consuming food rich in both prebiotics and probiotics can be particularly effective for optimizing gut health. Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 22 Dec. 2025 As for the interiors, Ideaeitalia focused on improving onboard comfort, optimizing space, and increasing storage. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 19 Dec. 2025 Marrone’s team is optimizing it for the golden mussel, as well. Calmatters, Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2025 Before upgrading, consider testing your current speed, optimizing your Wi-Fi setup and checking if your provider is throttling your connection. Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025 Optimize Storage And Scaling With AWS Our services run on AWS, optimizing workloads through dynamic resource allocation. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimizing
Verb
  • Corporate use cases include employee well-being programs aimed at reducing burnout and improving focus.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Jan. 2026
  • Lazzarini was in Turkey for talks with officials on improving humanitarian access in Gaza.
    Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Officials originally proposed upgrading the city’s largest cricket stadium, The Gabba, to accommodate the Games, though the project’s price tag was heavily criticized.
    Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 7 Jan. 2026
  • If winter weather has your lips feeling dry and flaky, upgrading your lip care routine with one of these products can make all the difference.
    Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 5 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The administration has quietly directed diplomats to press allies on restricting inflows, enhancing deportation mechanisms, and ending policies perceived as favoring migrants over citizens.
    Daniel Ross Goodman, The Washington Examiner, 9 Jan. 2026
  • While achieving a rugged look, the fiber retains the signature softness and high moisture-regulating properties characteristic of TENCEL™ Lyocell, enhancing wearer comfort.
    SJ Studio, Sourcing Journal, 8 Jan. 2026

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“Optimizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimizing. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.

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