as in to increase
to make as great as possible in amount or degree
The magazine contained tips to maximize the effect of a workout.
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Recent Examples of maximize
This shifted the brand beyond its direct-to-consumer (DTC) roots, setting it up to maximize sales, according to experts.
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Nateisha Scott, Vogue, 28 May 2025
With firsthand experience visiting 133 countries, Paul helps readers maximize their travel through strategic use of rewards and benefits.
—Paul Rubio, AFAR Media, 28 May 2025
Stay hydrated to maximize chia seeds' digestive benefits.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 27 May 2025
No need to pore over spreadsheets and calculate the perfect ratio of farmers per land plot to maximize yields like in Banished, for example.
—Jason Bennett, Arkansas Online, 18 May 2025
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Nateisha Scott, Vogue, 28 May 2025
With firsthand experience visiting 133 countries, Paul helps readers maximize their travel through strategic use of rewards and benefits.
—Paul Rubio, AFAR Media, 28 May 2025
Stay hydrated to maximize chia seeds' digestive benefits.
—Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 27 May 2025
No need to pore over spreadsheets and calculate the perfect ratio of farmers per land plot to maximize yields like in Banished, for example.
—Jason Bennett, Arkansas Online, 18 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for maximize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximize
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Listen to this article 2 min Tensions flared during Saturday's NCAA baseball game between Samford and Mercer. Samford outfielder Michael Gupton hit a two-run homer to increase the Bulldogs' lead over the Mercer Bears.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2025
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Under the federal Pact Act of 2022, which increased eligibility for VA services, 1.5 million more veterans are now eligible for the services in Massachusetts.—
Grace Zokovitch,
Boston Herald,
26 May 2025
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Meant to boost exports across dozens of sectors, many fell short of their targets.—
Michael Sheldrick,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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As wildfires become more frequent and damaging in Southern California and beyond, Whaling’s invention is getting the attention of officials eager to boost preparedness.—
Dorany Pineda,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2025
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Sperling initially designs his work in black and white, later adding color to augment his vision.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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That motor augments the rider's pedaling power up to a top speed of 25 km/h (16 mph), automatically triggered by a torque sensor on the bike's crankset.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
21 May 2025
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Britt wants to see expansions of two child care tax breaks, as she’s pushed a bipartisan measure with Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA) aimed at enhancing support for child and dependent care.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
30 May 2025
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Its main three areas of focus revolve around advocating for the legal profession, eliminating bias and enhancing diversity, as well as advancing the rule of law.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
30 May 2025
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“Maximize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maximize. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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