minimize

Example Sentences

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“The submarine cable industry goes to great lengths to protect cables, provide resilient networks and minimize disruptions,” said Dean Veverka, the committee chairman and chief technology officer at cable operator Southern Cross.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

The union said this session will address how to minimize the impact of recently announced layoffs on affected union members.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Due to mainstream media coverage, he argued, “an idea can become potent through its rapid depiction in culture—including in articles such as this one, which maxes maxxing even as it attempts to minimize it, somewhat.”

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

An older relative gives annual gifts to minimize future estate taxes.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

As a classroom teacher, taking steps to minimize anxiety will help with managing classroom behavior.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin