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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However, experts said, tariffs may threaten both parts of the Fed's mission: controlling inflation and maximizing employment.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2025
The primary bedroom was designed as a serene retreat, oriented to maximize ocean views while maintaining a sense of warmth.
—Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 19 Mar. 2025
White Castle took many pains to be productive, like making its burgers square to maximize the number of burgers that could fit on a grill, and limiting its menu to only a few items, which streamlined the process of preparing, cooking and serving food.
—Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 18 Mar. 2025
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Rebecca Skilbeck, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
However, experts said, tariffs may threaten both parts of the Fed's mission: controlling inflation and maximizing employment.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2025
The primary bedroom was designed as a serene retreat, oriented to maximize ocean views while maintaining a sense of warmth.
—Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 19 Mar. 2025
White Castle took many pains to be productive, like making its burgers square to maximize the number of burgers that could fit on a grill, and limiting its menu to only a few items, which streamlined the process of preparing, cooking and serving food.
—Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 18 Mar. 2025
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“Maximize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maximize. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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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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