improving

Example Sentences

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It’s shorthand for “maximize” and is often used alongside a noun or a specific aspect of life that needs improving.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

"We are improving, including myself, and we will have more challenges to set for the present or future," said Emery, when asked if this is the last chance for this squad to win something.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

The findings suggest a potential new approach to improving recovery and long-term health outcomes for older women after serious injuries.

From Science Daily • May 7, 2026

Monitoring and improving credit scores has become something of a national obsession.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

So I’ve been working hard and improving at a pretty good rate.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen