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as in simplifies
to make less complex
streamline the work of mailing out flyers by using computer-generated labels
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as in modernizes
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 streamlines
Operating like a standard laser pointer that emits vibrations instead of light, this new device streamlines the generation of surface acoustic waves.
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 14 Jan. 2026
The test strips provide the new code automatically to the meter, which saves a lot of time for the user and streamlines the process overall.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026
This App Is Now Mandatory for All Visitors Travelers must complete a digital form using the All Indonesia app, which streamlines immigration, customs, and health declarations.
—Brittany Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Jan. 2026
The law streamlines eviction procedures by requiring justice courts to schedule hearings within 10 to 21 days of a case being filed and by limiting the issues those courts can consider.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 30 Dec. 2025
Best Earbuds Deals at Amazon Beats Studio Buds arrive with active noise cancellation, big bass balanced by crisp highs, and one-touch pairing for Android and iOS that streamlines setup from the jump, all at a 33% discount.
—PC Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025
The brand streamlines development by reducing sample rounds, which allows for material and transportation savings.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 24 Nov. 2025
From an electric salt and pepper grinder that saves your wrists to an Echo Pop speaker that streamlines your day (and gives you weather on command), there’s no shortage of budget-friendly finds that feel surprisingly thoughtful.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Nov. 2025
FinBursa, headquartered in Dubai, provides a secure digital environment that streamlines deal sourcing and collaboration, helping both sides connect and work together more efficiently in private markets.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 14 Jan. 2026
The test strips provide the new code automatically to the meter, which saves a lot of time for the user and streamlines the process overall.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026
This App Is Now Mandatory for All Visitors Travelers must complete a digital form using the All Indonesia app, which streamlines immigration, customs, and health declarations.
—Brittany Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Jan. 2026
The law streamlines eviction procedures by requiring justice courts to schedule hearings within 10 to 21 days of a case being filed and by limiting the issues those courts can consider.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 30 Dec. 2025
Best Earbuds Deals at Amazon Beats Studio Buds arrive with active noise cancellation, big bass balanced by crisp highs, and one-touch pairing for Android and iOS that streamlines setup from the jump, all at a 33% discount.
—PC Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025
The brand streamlines development by reducing sample rounds, which allows for material and transportation savings.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 24 Nov. 2025
From an electric salt and pepper grinder that saves your wrists to an Echo Pop speaker that streamlines your day (and gives you weather on command), there’s no shortage of budget-friendly finds that feel surprisingly thoughtful.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Nov. 2025
FinBursa, headquartered in Dubai, provides a secure digital environment that streamlines deal sourcing and collaboration, helping both sides connect and work together more efficiently in private markets.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for streamlines
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Thousands of tax filers will also get an additional average benefit of $575 as the state expands and simplifies the child and dependent care tax credit, which helps cover the costs of child care.—
Alexa Herrera,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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And that significantly lowers risk and simplifies their operations.—
K.H. Koehler,
Miami Herald,
7 Jan. 2026
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Expect to see these packaging changes rolled out over the next few years as ALDI modernizes and makes each product more recognizable.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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Plus, the asymmetrical style modernizes this classic look.—
Audrey Noble,
InStyle,
13 Jan. 2026
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Barden redesigns the trail layout every year and adds new features, too.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Oct. 2025
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SpaceX redesigns Starship ahead of flight 10 SpaceX also revealed a redesign to Starship earlier in August after the first three test flights of 2025 all ended in dramatic explosions in the sky.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
19 Aug. 2025
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Read on for more and don’t forget to sign up to my newsletter for instant deal updates.—
Janhoi McGregor,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Positioned as a large-scale genre event, the series updates the legendary SFX property with a contemporary political and social edge, with Shun Oguri leading the cast as a detective hunting a seemingly incorporeal killer.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Jan. 2026
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