streamline
noun
a teardrop line of contour offering the least possible resistance to a current of air, water, etc.
streamlining
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present participleof streamline.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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The city intends to add 10,000 housing units downtown in the years ahead, which will require streamlining the development approval process to eliminate hurdles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026
The introduction of the National Police Service is aimed at streamlining national responsibilities to allow local forces to focus on tackling crime in their communities, the BBC understands.
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026
The sportscar maker is in talks with employee representatives as it pushes ahead with a broader streamlining plan.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
Hertz has spent the past year streamlining its operations, updating its fleet, and working to improve the financial health of its business.
From Barron's ● Jun. 24, 2026
This streamlining of undergarments helped the lady of fashion to maintain a desirably svelte figure.
From Women's Bathing and Swimming Costume in the United States by Claudia B. Kidwell
