1
as in to simplify
to make less complex
streamline the work of mailing out flyers by using computer-generated labels
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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
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Recent Examples of streamline
What To Know The executive order, signed on March 1, directs federal agencies to streamline timber production by easing restrictions and expediting logging permits.
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William Lambers, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
Atara announced strategic reductions in workforce throughout 2024 and early 2025, aiming to streamline operations and focus on strategic priorities.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 7 Mar. 2025
Or, streamline your accessories by picking up an essentials-only crossbody bag from Tory Burch or Sam Edelman.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 6 Mar. 2025
Automation streamlines data generation and entity identification.
—Sandeep Shilawat, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
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William Lambers, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
Atara announced strategic reductions in workforce throughout 2024 and early 2025, aiming to streamline operations and focus on strategic priorities.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 7 Mar. 2025
Or, streamline your accessories by picking up an essentials-only crossbody bag from Tory Burch or Sam Edelman.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 6 Mar. 2025
Automation streamlines data generation and entity identification.
—Sandeep Shilawat, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for streamline
Recent Examples of Synonyms for streamline
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Most of Apple’s choices in the 16e seem to serve the goal of unifying the whole iPhone lineup to simplify the message for consumers and make things easier for Apple to manage efficiently, but the dropping of MagSafe is bizarre.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
7 Mar. 2025
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However, advocates on all sides of the debate have called for making sense of the myriad visa types and simplifying the system.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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Rind even redesigned the masthead of the paper to make her own name more prominent and, through the inclusion of an illustration of a merchant ship, signal a stronger endorsement of the principles of free trade.—
Alexandra Cox,
Smithsonian Magazine,
10 Mar. 2025
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Wilson urges companies to take immediate action by redesigning their workforce around six essential job categories while developing innovative working methods.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Such businesses are highly profitable for the company, which is investing an unspecified amount into a facility in Oklahoma to expand production by 10 million units annually and modernize the plant.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
8 Mar. 2025
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Here's how to make our classic cookie, including tips for modernizing the recipe just a bit.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Mar. 2025
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Update, March 4, 2025, 9:30 am ET: This story, originally published on December 13, 2022, has been updated to reflect Casey Anthony joining TikTok.—
Aja Romano,
Vox,
4 Mar. 2025
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This article has been updated with additional information.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Streamline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/streamline. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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