minimizing

Example Sentences

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Thursday’s flurry of budget votes offered a sharp contrast to last year’s deliberations, when council members scrambled to eliminate a $1-billion shortfall while minimizing cuts to the city workforce.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

I do have cash available to assist, but given her situation, I need to find a way to help her without affecting her benefits and while minimizing any tax-related consequences.

From MarketWatch • May 9, 2026

In practice, this means “exercises that build your butt while minimizing growth in the quads, hamstrings and thighs.”

From Salon • May 8, 2026

While Jobs launched the iPhone in 2007, it was then chief operating officer Cook who oversaw the supply chain that met demand while minimizing costs.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

“I’m not minimizing the wrong that’s being done here. I just...”

From "Kindred" by Octavia Butler