1
as in to simplify
to make less complex
streamline the work of mailing out flyers by using computer-generated labels
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as in to redesign
to adapt to modern needs, taste, or usage
in an effort to compete against online vendors, many traditional retailers have had to streamline their brick-and-mortar stores
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Recent Examples of streamline
Pricing is transparent, and the testing process is streamlined.
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Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
Stocking up on essentials can help streamline grocery trips, but buying certain foods in bulk can lead to food waste and potential food safety risks.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 9 Apr. 2026
For developers, the code would reduce the need for planned developments, streamline development standards, and make the city’s code more approachable.
—Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
City staff cited various examples of how San Jose is using — or plans to use — AI, including road safety detection, language translation and streamlining routine clerical tasks.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2026
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Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
Stocking up on essentials can help streamline grocery trips, but buying certain foods in bulk can lead to food waste and potential food safety risks.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 9 Apr. 2026
For developers, the code would reduce the need for planned developments, streamline development standards, and make the city’s code more approachable.
—Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
City staff cited various examples of how San Jose is using — or plans to use — AI, including road safety detection, language translation and streamlining routine clerical tasks.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for streamline
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Develop coordinated, vetted information hubs that simplify navigation across health, finances, home modifications, technology, and care.—
Aimee DeCamillo,
Fortune,
12 Apr. 2026
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The service Young but competent staff simplify life at the resort.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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Back in Illinois, state lawmakers are considering a gun bill that would require pistol manufacturers to redesign models that can easily be turned into automatic weapons.—
Grace Miserocchi,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2026
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Instead of redesigning the heat shield — which NASA will do for future missions — the agency opted to bring the capsule in on a steeper trajectory intended to inflict less stress on the materials.—
Noah Haggerty,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Apr. 2026
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Leaders say the project is part of a broader push to modernize the corridor and boost long-term economic growth.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The front of the building would be modernized, but the back would be enlarged significantly.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
15 Apr. 2026
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The bathroom’s been updated and has a full-size tub.—
Matthew Sedacca,
Curbed,
13 Apr. 2026
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This article has been updated to note that a tentative San Diego Municipal Employees Association contract covers three years and an 8% pay bump is limited.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Streamline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/streamline. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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