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minimize

[min-uh-mahyz] / ˈmɪn əˌmaɪz /


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“This pressure has been more pronounced on customers in rural communities as they work to minimize trip distance and make trade-offs in their search for everyday affordability and value,” he added.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

Although the X-59 was designed to minimize the disruptive sonic boom typically associated with supersonic aircraft, these initial supersonic flights are not intended to demonstrate that capability.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 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

He even managed to minimize the inconvenience, finding a class ten minutes from his country house.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times




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