optimizing

Definition of optimizingnext
present participle of optimize

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Recent Examples of optimizing In other words, optimizing the things human beings do every day—often in ways that aren’t ideal—forms the core of the strategy. Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 14 May 2026 Instead, companies often need smaller, specialized AI systems tailored to specific tasks—such as optimizing factory energy usage or helping employees search internal documents more efficiently. Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 14 May 2026 This has always been true to an extent, but in 2026, optimizing those angles has become something of an extreme sport. Jolene Edgar, Allure, 14 May 2026 Such opportunistic eavesdropping is challenging, because Starlink is consistently optimizing for its primary satellite Internet service by turning beams on and off, or sometimes switching beams as the fast-moving satellites talk to many different users, Kassas explained. Andrew Cunningham, ArsTechnica, 11 May 2026 Today, loyalty comes from continuously optimizing the consumer’s experience, message and relevance. Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 8 May 2026 Researchers have focused specifically on electromagnetic design, optimizing coil winding and materials to deliver high power to electric ships through a compact surface. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 May 2026 But the absence of FP2 and FP3 from the traditional weekend structure meant optimizing was harder. Alex Kalinauckas, New York Times, 4 May 2026 Dolan’s key priorities have been optimizing financials and brand impact by making AMC hit content available as widely as possible — including through licensing to other companies, while also looking for opportunities for further streaming subscriber growth, as well as broad distribution. Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimizing
Verb
  • More than a workflow, CD/CR is positioned as a new framework and potentially a new SOC discipline, built around the idea that detection and investigation should function as a single self-improving system.
    K.H. Koehler, USA Today, 18 May 2026
  • In addition to the work on the golf course, which includes improving bunkers and teeing areas as well as re-grassing, Jeffersonville in 2024 completed a new $12 million state-of-the-art clubhouse.
    Erik Matuszewski, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
Verb
  • These modifications provide Israel with greater independence in maintaining and upgrading the aircraft while improving mission adaptability in regional conflicts.
    Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 15 May 2026
  • Johansson is so trusted that his presence gives the Wild an easy way out rather than upgrading the top six.
    Michael Russo, New York Times, 15 May 2026
Verb
  • Also, as a luxury boutique camp with astronomical price points, supplying a bedroom robe would’ve been a great, comfort-enhancing touch.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 May 2026
  • The company also is enhancing its loyalty program with new subscription services.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026

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“Optimizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimizing. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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