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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Breaking with the traditional diamond settings, the pavé pieces feature reverse-set diamonds that expose the stone’s pavilion (or bottom section) to maximize brilliance.
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 2 May 2024
Republicans have persuaded him to change his stance to maximize the party's voting power.
—Hope Karnopp, Journal Sentinel, 1 May 2024
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 2 May 2024
Republicans have persuaded him to change his stance to maximize the party's voting power.
—Hope Karnopp, Journal Sentinel, 1 May 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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