minimize
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“The goal is to minimize congestion, reduce reliance on private vehicles, and ensure the fan experience is positive and memorable – defined by the action on pitch, not delays on the roads.”
From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026
Fortunately, if Hartnett is proven correct, investors still have a pretty clear road map for how they can minimize their losses — if history is any guide.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
In his first term as president, he acted as a conservative who sought to minimize the power of centralized government, unleash the economy and restore judicial restraint to the courts.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
Since selling can trigger capital-gains taxes, it’s best, if possible, to concentrate your rebalancing in tax-deferred accounts to minimize tax consequences.
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
Kosi expected him to cheat, and her concern was to minimize the possibilities he might have.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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