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
Pak also added camera moves and perspective changes that were saved for post-production because the filmmakers wanted to maximize their time on set and capture as many burning objects as possible.
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Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 13 July 2025
Here's how to maximize your home's temperature this summer, according to professionals.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 13 July 2025
The federal government is openly trying to maximize fossil-fuel consumption—and, hence, emissions.
—Elizabeth Kolbert, New Yorker, 12 July 2025
Building a culture of understanding and enthusiasm around AI is essential for long-term adoption and maximizing its potential within your small business.
—Ibrahim Jackson, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
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Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 13 July 2025
Here's how to maximize your home's temperature this summer, according to professionals.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 13 July 2025
The federal government is openly trying to maximize fossil-fuel consumption—and, hence, emissions.
—Elizabeth Kolbert, New Yorker, 12 July 2025
Building a culture of understanding and enthusiasm around AI is essential for long-term adoption and maximizing its potential within your small business.
—Ibrahim Jackson, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for maximize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximize
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Decades of research and studies in agriculture have increased production across all crops in the U.S., said James, and cannabis can adopt those same technologies.—
Julie Weed,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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The top reason students opt not to pursue higher education is cost, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board states, though having a degree can drastically increase earnings.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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Trump has argued that lower interest rates would boost growth and reduce borrowing costs.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
24 July 2025
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President Donald Trump can fire three Democratic members of the Consumer Product Safety Commission for now the Supreme Court said on July 23 in the latest decision boosting the ability of the president to control independent agencies.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
24 July 2025
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The Royals must win games and remain in the playoff mix in order to keep their current roster together — and perhaps even augment it.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
25 July 2025
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This is among the greatest strengths of AI—augmenting human capabilities.—
Hank Boughner,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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So, do not try to enhance your level by changing a Director role to a VP one.—
Robin Ryan,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The new seats offer more space, personal entertainment, and eco-friendly amenities to enhance comfort on long-haul flights.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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“Maximize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maximize. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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