1
as in to simplify
to make less complex
streamline the work of mailing out flyers by using computer-generated labels
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of streamline
These tools are intended to streamline everyday investment processes that typically require multiple software subscriptions.
—
Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
The proposal is the first half of a wide-ranging package of reforms city officials are proposing in an effort to streamline rules protecting historic homes and buildings.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025
According to a 62-page transition plan authored by Isaacman and obtained by Bloomberg, his vision for NASA is ambitious—reinvigorating lunar missions, expanding partnerships with academic institutions and the private sector, and streamlining internal bureaucracy.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2025
His administration has committed to pulling back on AI regulations and streamlining permitting for new data centers and energy infrastructure.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for streamline
Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
The proposal is the first half of a wide-ranging package of reforms city officials are proposing in an effort to streamline rules protecting historic homes and buildings.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025
According to a 62-page transition plan authored by Isaacman and obtained by Bloomberg, his vision for NASA is ambitious—reinvigorating lunar missions, expanding partnerships with academic institutions and the private sector, and streamlining internal bureaucracy.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2025
His administration has committed to pulling back on AI regulations and streamlining permitting for new data centers and energy infrastructure.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for streamline
Recent Examples of Synonyms for streamline
Verb
-
That’s in contrast to recent moves in the US, where the menu has been simplified to boost operational efficiency.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
4 Nov. 2025
-
Rebalance your portfolio when needed and consider consolidating any other 401(k)s down the road into the same account to simplify management and help your savings grow efficiently.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
The task ahead isn’t just to limit damage, but to redesign strength.—
Natalie Unterstell,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
-
On the heels of that opening two years ago, Boots has redesigned more than 180 beauty halls and trained more than 1,400 beauty specialists with an emphasis on expertise and customer service.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
Leader Xi Jinping has pushed to modernize the military, particularly the navy, to challenge US dominance in the South China Sea and assert sovereignty claims over Taiwan.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
7 Nov. 2025
-
Standing in the way of technology development is not a good look for the Democratic Party, but demanding that tech companies foot the bill for the need to modernize, upgrade and massively expand utility electricity generation would be a good position to take.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
Earlier predictions can't be updated for lack of new data.—
Sydney Sasser,
Arkansas Online,
7 Nov. 2025
-
What Happens Next The fog is expected to lift on Thursday morning, after 9 am (CST), but residents and travelers in affected areas are advised to be prepared, remain vigilant, and check local forecasts for weather and road condition updates.—
Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Streamline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/streamline. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share