as in disparagement
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as in dismissing
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
sore losers trying to minimize the other team's victory
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Recent Examples of minimizing
Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
The innovative idea also focuses on reducing operational costs, minimizing the requirement for buying expensive land to build data centers.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
Dyckman agrees that using a moody color like Benjamin Moore's Gunmetal in an already dark space can actually make a room feel larger, blurring the edges and minimizing contrast.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 8 Feb. 2026
Trump formally announced plans to launch a $12 billion critical minerals stockpile, in his latest effort to aid manufacturers while minimizing reliance on Chinese rare earths.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
In Greenville … Stop minimizing our voices.
—Charlotte Observer, 6 Feb. 2026
Moreover, renting typically offers more flexibility to relocate when needed, as well as the ability to better diversify one’s investments, thus minimizing financial risks for many people.
—Washington Post, 5 Feb. 2026
These settings reduce the speed and intensity of the tumbling action, minimizing the likelihood of tangling.
—Anyssa Roberts, The Spruce, 5 Feb. 2026
Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights remain unlit, minimizing the chance of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 5 Feb. 2026
Verb
Parchment paper is an essential kitchen tool, helping cooks and bakers prepare flawless dishes while minimizing cleanup.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
The innovative idea also focuses on reducing operational costs, minimizing the requirement for buying expensive land to build data centers.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
Dyckman agrees that using a moody color like Benjamin Moore's Gunmetal in an already dark space can actually make a room feel larger, blurring the edges and minimizing contrast.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 8 Feb. 2026
Trump formally announced plans to launch a $12 billion critical minerals stockpile, in his latest effort to aid manufacturers while minimizing reliance on Chinese rare earths.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
In Greenville … Stop minimizing our voices.
—Charlotte Observer, 6 Feb. 2026
Moreover, renting typically offers more flexibility to relocate when needed, as well as the ability to better diversify one’s investments, thus minimizing financial risks for many people.
—Washington Post, 5 Feb. 2026
These settings reduce the speed and intensity of the tumbling action, minimizing the likelihood of tangling.
—Anyssa Roberts, The Spruce, 5 Feb. 2026
Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights remain unlit, minimizing the chance of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for minimizing
Noun
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Aumann’s complaint alleges fraud, tortious interference and business disparagement and other alleged misdeeds.—
Paul Flahive,
Austin American Statesman,
15 Jan. 2026
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The disparagement made Knausgaard drop writing for a good ten years.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Jan. 2026
Verb
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If addiction ends in reconnection, as Kennedy says, then dismissing interventions that create stability, trust, and continuity in people’s lives is counterproductive.—
Washington Post,
Washington Post,
10 Feb. 2026
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But the designer explained in his letter that the seasonal campaign is more focused on the theme of dependency and the support of a community, dismissing self sufficiency.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Her authority has been challenged in several high-profile cases, diminishing hopes in both progressive and populist MAGA circles for tough antitrust enforcement.—
Rohan Goswami,
semafor.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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The tiredness of the players has a diminishing effect on the level of spectacle and the games and goals become unmemorable.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In multiple phone calls from jail, Nathan Gingles discussed the dependency court case, asking his friend in Texas to pass along information and criticizing Mary’s sister, who was fighting for custody against Schuler.—
Shira Moolten,
Sun Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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Both companies have also gotten more vocal in public in recent weeks, with executives openly criticizing each other's businesses.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Minimizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minimizing. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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