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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Over the past few years, telcos have focused heavily on reducing energy use and maximizing the use of electricity from renewable sources.
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Carmen Ene, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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—Sable Massingill Martinez, Travel + Leisure, 21 Nov. 2024
To maximize your indoor space for plants near windows that provide bright light, go vertical with shelves or hang plants from tension rods, or a temporary clothing rack.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024
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—Madeline Heim, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
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Carmen Ene, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
To maximize your value and experience, book the all-inclusive option.
—Sable Massingill Martinez, Travel + Leisure, 21 Nov. 2024
To maximize your indoor space for plants near windows that provide bright light, go vertical with shelves or hang plants from tension rods, or a temporary clothing rack.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024
To maximize his time, Boardman uses a contraption not unlike ones used to pick up tennis balls to scoop up the acorns.
—Madeline Heim, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
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“Maximize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maximize. Accessed 30 Nov. 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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