Example Sentences

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Water flow is controlled to maximise ice production and protect pipes from freezing.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

"They don't want to be dictated to, they want to maximise their revenues," said Lawrence Haar, a lecturer in finance at the University of Brighton in England.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

Industry insiders highlight the steep costs involved in large productions, where locations, crew and equipment can cost more than $26,000 per day, creating pressure to maximise shooting time.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

It has grown organically over the past 56 years, but it was hoped that the new plans would maximise the space.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

We will not drag you up a mountain—you will have to work hard—but we guarantee to maximise the safety and success of your adventure.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer