1
as in simplifying
to make less complex
streamline the work of mailing out flyers by using computer-generated labels
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as in redesigning
to adapt to modern needs, taste, or usage
in an effort to compete against online vendors, many traditional retailers have had to streamline their brick-and-mortar stores
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Recent Examples of streamlining
Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
To me, our record is doing the opposite of streamlining.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2025
The future of auto transport lies in streamlining processes and unifying systems and data across operations to provide visibility and actionable insights for everyone.
—Bek Abdullayev, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Pitchbook’s Tng attributed the uptick to a rebound in investor sentiment and greater streamlining of listing approvals for sectors such as tech and healthcare.
—Karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2025
The goal of this language streamlining was total control over past, present and future.
—Laura Beers, The Conversation, 20 Aug. 2025
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
For example, phrases like ‘realigning resources’, ‘streamlining operations’, or ‘shifting priorities’,can signal restructuring.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Valentino has been streamlining its wholesale channel, reduced by about 20 percent in 2024, a strategy that continued in 2025 and that is expected to impact its year-end performance.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2025
The new laws aim to address gaps in disaster preparedness by improving camp safety and streamlining the emergency response.
—Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
The activist said Pepsi should evaluate the potential refranchising of its bottling network, while streamlining its portfolio by divesting non-core and underperforming assets.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2025
Operating losses fell to 200,000 pounds from 900,000 pounds as the company continued to focus on streamlining the business, driving efficiencies and becoming profitable.
—Tianwei Zhang, WWD, 30 Dec. 2024
Virginia State University won an NSF GRANTED award to enhance its research infrastructure, including streamlining administrative procedures and fortifying a strategic plan to enhance research policies and systems upgrades.
—Shalin Jyotishi, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Each Megapack unit is shipped fully assembled and ready for operation, streamlining installation and minimizing complexity.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 27 Dec. 2024
Verb
With the Cubs closing in on their first playoff berth since 2020, Hawkins has been involved in revamping the club’s R&D department and streamlining scouting on the pro, amateur and international sides, with a bigger emphasis on data and video rather than in-person evaluations.
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
To me, our record is doing the opposite of streamlining.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2025
The future of auto transport lies in streamlining processes and unifying systems and data across operations to provide visibility and actionable insights for everyone.
—Bek Abdullayev, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Pitchbook’s Tng attributed the uptick to a rebound in investor sentiment and greater streamlining of listing approvals for sectors such as tech and healthcare.
—Karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2025
The goal of this language streamlining was total control over past, present and future.
—Laura Beers, The Conversation, 20 Aug. 2025
Noun
If your collection still feels cluttered, try streamlining your storage.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
For example, phrases like ‘realigning resources’, ‘streamlining operations’, or ‘shifting priorities’,can signal restructuring.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Valentino has been streamlining its wholesale channel, reduced by about 20 percent in 2024, a strategy that continued in 2025 and that is expected to impact its year-end performance.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2025
The new laws aim to address gaps in disaster preparedness by improving camp safety and streamlining the emergency response.
—Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
The activist said Pepsi should evaluate the potential refranchising of its bottling network, while streamlining its portfolio by divesting non-core and underperforming assets.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2025
Operating losses fell to 200,000 pounds from 900,000 pounds as the company continued to focus on streamlining the business, driving efficiencies and becoming profitable.
—Tianwei Zhang, WWD, 30 Dec. 2024
Virginia State University won an NSF GRANTED award to enhance its research infrastructure, including streamlining administrative procedures and fortifying a strategic plan to enhance research policies and systems upgrades.
—Shalin Jyotishi, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Each Megapack unit is shipped fully assembled and ready for operation, streamlining installation and minimizing complexity.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 27 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for streamlining
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There has been some progress in simplifying regulations.—
Tasmin Lockwood,
Fortune,
9 Sep. 2025
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Leverage Passwordless Tools And Automated Credential Rotation Empowering employees starts with simplifying secure access.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Food companies are learning to build flexibility into their operations, farmers are diversifying their markets and input sources, and restaurants are redesigning menus around supply chain reliability rather than just cost and taste.—
Phil Lempert,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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The line made other minor tweaks as well, such as redesigning its central Roundabout area to offer more indoor lounge space and lengthening the main pool.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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These models typically rely on simplification or brute-force computation, often at the cost of accuracy.—
Somnath Banerjee,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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After a 10-hour sit-in by India‘s Goods and Service Tax (GST) Council, a simplification and reduction in tax slabs was announced late Wednesday.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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See the full list of winners, updating live.—
Jessica Wang,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Sep. 2025
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This replaces one-time decisions with ongoing evaluation, updating and adjusting access in real time.—
Steve Riley,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Jones asserted that exigent circumstances warranted the shortening of the 15-day notice window.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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But slow oxygen chemistry has remained a stubborn bottleneck, wasting energy and shortening battery life.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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For organizations that are serious about modernizing their platforms and adopting AI to drive efficiency and growth, intelligent archiving should be a core part of their digital transformation and data readiness strategies.—
Sean Nathaniel,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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The city then heavily invested in modernizing the park in the ‘80s.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Khusnullin has earned Putin’s unconditional trust due to his lengthy experience in remaking cities.—
Yegor Mostovshikov,
The Dial,
9 Sep. 2025
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My mind taking apart, then remaking.—
Leila Chatti
September 5,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Streamlining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/streamlining. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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