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as in simplifying
to make less complex
streamline the work of mailing out flyers by using computer-generated labels
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as in redesigning
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 streamlining
Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2025
The future of auto transport lies in streamlining processes and unifying systems and data across operations to provide visibility and actionable insights for everyone.
—Bek Abdullayev, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Pitchbook’s Tng attributed the uptick to a rebound in investor sentiment and greater streamlining of listing approvals for sectors such as tech and healthcare.
—Karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2025
The goal of this language streamlining was total control over past, present and future.
—Laura Beers, The Conversation, 20 Aug. 2025
Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
By streamlining the collection and sharing of health data, new AI technologies are not only facilitating more informed decision-making for providers and patients but also fostering a more collaborative and efficient healthcare environment.
—Sidd Shah, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The activist said Pepsi should evaluate the potential refranchising of its bottling network, while streamlining its portfolio by divesting non-core and underperforming assets.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2025
Madix had notes for streamlining the setup following season six’s chaotic reunion, which had everyone — early dumpees, Casa Amor, finalists, everyone — onstage the whole time.
—Caroline Framke, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2025
His background in disruptive business models at Airbnb aligned with Musk's vision of streamlining federal operations through aggressive efficiency measures.
—Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Aug. 2025
Operating losses fell to 200,000 pounds from 900,000 pounds as the company continued to focus on streamlining the business, driving efficiencies and becoming profitable.
—Tianwei Zhang, WWD, 30 Dec. 2024
Virginia State University won an NSF GRANTED award to enhance its research infrastructure, including streamlining administrative procedures and fortifying a strategic plan to enhance research policies and systems upgrades.
—Shalin Jyotishi, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Each Megapack unit is shipped fully assembled and ready for operation, streamlining installation and minimizing complexity.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 27 Dec. 2024
Verb
To me, our record is doing the opposite of streamlining.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2025
The future of auto transport lies in streamlining processes and unifying systems and data across operations to provide visibility and actionable insights for everyone.
—Bek Abdullayev, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Pitchbook’s Tng attributed the uptick to a rebound in investor sentiment and greater streamlining of listing approvals for sectors such as tech and healthcare.
—Karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2025
The goal of this language streamlining was total control over past, present and future.
—Laura Beers, The Conversation, 20 Aug. 2025
Noun
The new laws aim to address gaps in disaster preparedness by improving camp safety and streamlining the emergency response.
—Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
By streamlining the collection and sharing of health data, new AI technologies are not only facilitating more informed decision-making for providers and patients but also fostering a more collaborative and efficient healthcare environment.
—Sidd Shah, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The activist said Pepsi should evaluate the potential refranchising of its bottling network, while streamlining its portfolio by divesting non-core and underperforming assets.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2025
Madix had notes for streamlining the setup following season six’s chaotic reunion, which had everyone — early dumpees, Casa Amor, finalists, everyone — onstage the whole time.
—Caroline Framke, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2025
His background in disruptive business models at Airbnb aligned with Musk's vision of streamlining federal operations through aggressive efficiency measures.
—Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Aug. 2025
Operating losses fell to 200,000 pounds from 900,000 pounds as the company continued to focus on streamlining the business, driving efficiencies and becoming profitable.
—Tianwei Zhang, WWD, 30 Dec. 2024
Virginia State University won an NSF GRANTED award to enhance its research infrastructure, including streamlining administrative procedures and fortifying a strategic plan to enhance research policies and systems upgrades.
—Shalin Jyotishi, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Each Megapack unit is shipped fully assembled and ready for operation, streamlining installation and minimizing complexity.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 27 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for streamlining
Verb
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Years of designing lessons, engaging learners, and simplifying complex topics translate directly into their new environment.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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But that’s simplifying things a bit.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
27 Aug. 2025
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By completely redesigning the keyboard’s semi-transparent bottom case, the Halo light bands now merge to create a truly effective light show.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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This has included redesigning the previously minimalist Oval Office and paving over the iconic White House Rose Garden.—
Marni Rose McFall,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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After a 10-hour sit-in by India‘s Goods and Service Tax (GST) Council, a simplification and reduction in tax slabs was announced late Wednesday.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Sep. 2025
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The above structure, while useful, is clearly a simplification of what happens.—
Nisha Talagala,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Each day, log one small action, such as sending a networking email, updating a portfolio or reading an industry article.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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When building or updating a home, lean into timeless and traditional elements.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The fit is superb, with just a little more room needed below the knee for my aforementioned calves, a slight shortening of the sleeves, and a reduction of the jacket’s center seam to account for my concave back.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
6 Sep. 2025
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In contrast, traditional flour tortillas are typically made with white flour, water, a source of fat like vegetable shortening, lard, or oil, salt, and leavening agents like baking powder.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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By modernizing systems, improving data visibility and empowering finance leaders to shift from recordkeeping to strategic guidance, sponsors can accelerate value creation in measurable ways.—
Nate Heeren,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Firms that are modernizing plants, scaling up mine starts, turning around refineries, or converting assembly lines for EVs increasingly need specialists on a timetable that full-time hiring can’t match.—
Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Khusnullin has earned Putin’s unconditional trust due to his lengthy experience in remaking cities.—
Yegor Mostovshikov,
The Dial,
9 Sep. 2025
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My mind taking apart, then remaking.—
Leila Chatti
September 5,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Streamlining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/streamlining. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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