maximize
verb
max·i·mize
ˈmak-sə-ˌmīz 
maximized; maximizing
1
: to increase to a maximum
2
: to make the most of
3
: to find a maximum value of
4
: to increase the size of (a window) to fill an entire computer screen
Examples of maximize in a Sentence
I rearranged the furniture to maximize the space in my small apartment.
This program will teach you how to maximize your strengths while minimizing your weaknesses.
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One of Snap’s motives for pushing Quick Add suggestions was to maximize the time kids spent on Snap, claims Marquez-Garrett.
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Paul Solotaroff, Rolling Stone, 17 June 2024
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The home’s floating area sits on a series of piloti, a design solution that was intentional so as to not disturb the existing vegetation but also to maximize the lake views from the living room and bedrooms.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 14 June 2024
When taken as a supplement or via food, these antioxidants help decrease in oxidative stress, lower blood pressure, extend the lifespan of skin cells, and maximize collagen production.
—Irene Coltrinari, Vogue, 13 June 2024
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Paul Solotaroff, Rolling Stone, 17 June 2024
Implementing a Seamless Checkout Experience Minimizing checkout friction is key to maximizing conversions.
—Meghan Stabler, WWD, 14 June 2024
The home’s floating area sits on a series of piloti, a design solution that was intentional so as to not disturb the existing vegetation but also to maximize the lake views from the living room and bedrooms.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 14 June 2024
When taken as a supplement or via food, these antioxidants help decrease in oxidative stress, lower blood pressure, extend the lifespan of skin cells, and maximize collagen production.
—Irene Coltrinari, Vogue, 13 June 2024
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maximize
verb
max·i·mize
ˈmak-sə-ˌmīz
maximized; maximizing
1
: to increase to a maximum
maximize profits
2
: to make the most of
maximize your opportunities
3
: to increase the size of (a window) to fill an entire computer screen
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