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verb

past tense of maximize
as in increased
to make as great as possible in amount or degree The magazine contained tips to maximize the effect of a workout.

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Recent Examples of maximized
Adjective
House of Leon’s take on a classic chaise lounger is rooted in a solid teak frame and triple the cushion support for maximized comfort. — Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 Apr. 2026 Aristotle, in his influential account, used a term, aretê, expressing the notion of maximized potential. — Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 22 May 2026 The film’s global distribution strategy, backed by Jio Studios, maximized screen presence across traditional and emerging markets, capitalizing on peak demand windows. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Apr. 2026 On this site, San Diego Educators Association President Kyle Weinberg also stated preferences for maximized number of units, as well as multi-bedroom apartments for families to address declining enrollment. — Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026
Verb
The crew has maximized its talent thus far. — Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 15 May 2026 Nemec wasn’t going to be maximized on this roster. — Corey Pronman, New York Times, 23 June 2026 This changes the math on this card in a significant way for anyone who maximized that partnership. — Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 15 June 2026 Yesterday was almost the opposite of that, as the Padres pretty much maximized their 10 hits. — Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 May 2026 But mommymaxxing compounds the pressure for moms to be so much more than the good enough mother, but one that has maximized her potential and ambition in all areas of her life. — Rachel Morgan Cautero, Parents, 31 May 2026 Those companies that respond early—either via an exit or becoming the consolidator—are where value is maximized. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026 The Caribbean economies depended on slave labor, trade and supplies from around the world to make sure the sugar flowed freely and tax revenues to European colonial powers were maximized. — R. Grant Gilmore Iii, The Conversation, 30 June 2026 Additionally, the town maximized the use of revenue from Measure G, a one-eighth cent sales tax passed by voters in 2018, and funneled any leftovers from past capital projects for the Shannon Road Repair Project so that the project could continue to be funded without additional resources. — Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 24 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximized
  1. maximum
  2. increased
  3. maximal
  4. boosted
  5. max
  6. enhanced
  7. most
  8. augmented
Adjective
  • The heat has become so unbearable in Japan that weather officials in April announced a new term for days when maximum temperatures exceed 104 degrees — kokushobi, meaning harsh or cruel heat, according to the Japan Times.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • The storm had maximum sustained winds over 180 mph, with winds expected to exceed 150 mph on Rota, according to the National Weather Service.
    — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
Definition of maximum
Verb
  • And Harleys has entirely redesigned the rear -suspension and increased its travel 117 per cent to five inches (13 cm).
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 July 2026
  • The share of workers with hybrid schedules has increased a bit, while the share in fully remote positions has only seen a slight decline.
    — Jason Ma, Fortune, 5 July 2026
Definition of increased
Adjective
  • Long associated with kitschy vacation souvenirs and childhood camp jewelry, today’s beading feels markedly more refined, offering a statement-making alternative that complements the season’s polished yet maximal resortwear.
    — Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 22 June 2026
  • An analysis of body masses and maximal running speeds for 100 terrestrial mammals—with typical adult body masses ranging from more than 6,000 kilograms to 16 grams (African elephant to mouse)—found the optimal size for running to be about 120 kilograms, about the size of a mule deer.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 June 2026
Definition of maximal
Verb
  • The administration boosted federal law enforcement for city patrols and then announced a crime emergency, taking control of DC’s police department and ordering an influx of roughly 2,000 National Guard troops.
    — Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 3 July 2026
  • While federal pandemic aid has boosted the state budget for years, that funding is running dry.
    — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026
Definition of boosted
Adjective
  • The concern will be if Zub sees this as his last chance at a big contract and demands something closer to a max-length deal.
    — Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 30 June 2026
  • And the Heat is currently on track to have max-level salary cap space for the 2027 offseason.
    — Anthony Chiang June 19, Miami Herald, 19 June 2026
Definition of max
Verb
  • Even more than Stinnerbom’s cardamom bun — which some praise as the best in Oslo — the more elemental cinnamon notes, enhanced with lemon zest and juice, allow the sourdough’s multifaceted dimensions to come through.
    — Laurie Ochoa, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
  • Testing at the end of the three-month period showed that those in the formal learning group had enhanced memory and processing speed compared to the control group.
    — Amanda Gardner, Martha Stewart, 5 July 2026
Definition of enhanced
Adjective
  • There’s a bunch of new things across most of the 2026 range, mainly cosmetic, but also hardware and weight-saving stuff as well.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 July 2026
  • The first person most people meet at Georgia Works is Adolphus Chandler.
    — Lisa Lacy, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
Definition of most
Verb
  • About 100 shots in the film were augmented with AI, Erwin said, using a combination of platforms that aggregate AI tools such as Luma, Amazon’s Project Nara and Magnific.
    — Corbin Bolies, Variety, 2 July 2026
  • The strapless gown was designed with a cutout beneath the bust line and symmetrical cutouts at the hips augmented by crisscross fabric.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 29 June 2026
Definition of augmented

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