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to minimize
01
to reduce something to the lowest possible degree or amount, particularly something unpleasant
Transitive: to minimize sth
Examples
She tries to minimize stress by practicing mindfulness techniques.
02
to represent or consider something as less significant or important than it truly is
Transitive: to minimize importance of something
Examples
The company attempted to minimize the environmental impact of its operations.
03
to treat something or someone with disregard or lack of respect
Transitive: to minimize sth
Examples
The professor 's condescending attitude minimized the contributions of students during class discussions.
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