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as in maximum

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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

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 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 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

This is the optimal range for leaders, where vigilance, working memory, and cognitive flexibility are maximized. — Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 As for training camp, Reid and linebacker Nick Bolton said the Chiefs maximized their 22 practices over 28 days at Missouri Western State University, the team’s early practice home since 2010. — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026 Friedman maximized a seller’s market in previous deadlines, trading Noah Syndergaard (2023), James Paxton (2024) and Dustin May (2025) off the big-league roster in recent trading periods. — Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 31 July 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 This changes the math on this card in a significant way for anyone who maximized that partnership. — Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 15 June 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 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

Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximized

Adjective

And as the rapturous applause and screaming showed, such stealthy-chic designs, with small details and a sharp silhouette, still have maximum impact.

— Christian Allaire, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2026
The table below includes maximum DTI limits and minimum credit score requirements for all of the loan products Rocket Mortgage offers.

— Dan Simms, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of maximum

Adjective

Clarke pursued authenticity ingeniously, using tiny, hidden radio microphones that transmitted to tape recorder from afar, in order to capture dialogue with maximal spontaneity.

— Richard Brody, New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2026
Evans also cautioned against confusing maximal lifespan for a healthy lifespan.

— Lauren Chan, STAT, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of maximal

Verb

The continent's sweltering summer has meanwhile boosted demand for air conditioning and other energy-hungry appliances at a time when demand for gas, widely used for Europe's heating and cooking needs, naturally falls.

— Jenni Reid, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
Beyond the impact for populations the organization serves, Iyer said the promise of Daisy Chain Fields has boosted morale among NWLC staff during an extremely difficult time in America.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of boosted

Adjective

With Williams and Kayla McBride on regular-max contracts and Napheesa Collier signing for a super-max, Minnesota had to be more judicious with its other signings but didn’t compromise on quality.

— Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 21 July 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

For daily family casual gaming scenarios, the M7SG is equipped with exclusive Game Mode Plus and enhanced Game Bar, supporting VRR variable refresh rate and ALLM automatic low-latency mode.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 31 Aug. 2026
Meta agreed to impose changes including a default two-hour daily time limit for teens across Facebook and Instagram, muted notifications during school hours, and enhanced parental controls, with more updates potentially on the horizon.

— Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of enhanced

Adjective

The win was a step in the right direction for a lineup that has struggled at the plate for most of the last two months.

— Katie Woo, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
Bryan Danielson was more excited about McGuinness reaching the ropes than most of Wembley Stadium, but Nigel ultimately tapped out.

— Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of most

Verb

SiriusXM launched a dedicated Dolly Parton Tribute Channel (105) built around her music and related artists and collaborators, augmented by listener recollections.

— Russ Penuell, Billboard, 28 Aug. 2026
Even Jeremy Allen White, the actor known in part for a steamy Calvin Klein underwear campaign that flaunted his very real muscles, has been augmented by this pocket of the internet.

— José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 27 Aug. 2026

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