MINIMIZE Synonyms: 65 Similar and Opposite Words

minimize

verb

ˈmi-nə-ˌmīz

Definition of minimize

as in to dismiss

to express scornfully one's low opinion of sore losers trying to minimize the other team's victory

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Recent Examples of minimize The blades fold inward, flat alongside the main generator housing, minimizing the risk of losing small components in the backcountry. — New Atlas, 12 Aug. 2026 These year-round sheets also work well for college dorms, minimizing the bedding a student needs to bring to campus. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 12 Aug. 2026 Better aircraft tracking and flow management could also help minimize noise for residents nearby, according to transportation officials. — Tim McNicholas, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026 Heavy-duty trucking focus The company expects the new service to help fleets lower diesel consumption, reduce operating costs, and minimize driver downtime through on-site fueling. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for minimize

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But by the time of his indictment, Lorch was in failing health and found incompetent to stand trial, and lawsuits against him and the church were dismissed due to statute of limitations issues.

— Luke Cyphers, Sportico.com, 13 Aug. 2026
The lawsuit was dismissed Monday without prejudice, meaning the case may be filed again.

— Riley Moser, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of dismiss

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Instead, the fresh requirements appeared to diminish prospects for a quick deal, despite optimism last week an agreement was near.

— Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2026
But they’ve never been litigated — and the developments are already stoking fears of diminishing Fed independence as the central bank weighs whether to raise interest rates at its next meeting.

— Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 10 Aug. 2026

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