- present participle of minimize.
minimizing
Example Sentences
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The Society of Professional Journalists’ ethics code emphasizes minimizing harm while also acting in the public interest and holding power accountable.
From Salon ● Jul. 2, 2026
This type of trust allows extremely wealthy families to preserve and grow their fortunes across generations by minimizing estate and gift taxes.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 23, 2026
The team emphasizes that their findings should not be interpreted as minimizing the ecological importance of large predators.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 14, 2026
So what can companies do to get the benefits of remote work, while minimizing the downsides?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 13, 2026
I could reduce my caloric use by minimizing manual labor.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
