streamline

1
as in to simplify
to make less complex streamline the work of mailing out flyers by using computer-generated labels

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2
as in to redesign
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 streamline It was tasked with streamlining processes and cutting red tape, as Newsweek reported. Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 25 Feb. 2025 Driving the news: The San Francisco Board of Supervisors on Tuesday voted 9-2 to move forward with legislation to streamline the construction process. Nadia Lopez, Axios, 25 Feb. 2025 Without a strategic plan that prioritizes affordable housing, streamlines development, and strengthens education, the cycle will persist. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2025 At the same time, the LPGA TOUR released a new policy that will be implemented in the coming weeks with strict measures to streamline the pace of play at its tournaments. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for streamline
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  • Moynihan also said simplifying U.S. bank regulations would be a good idea, echoing comments from other industry executives.
    Saeed Azhar, USA TODAY, 26 Feb. 2025
  • Hub motors do a lot to simplify an EV powertrain, as there's no need for any driveshaft or gearing.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 25 Feb. 2025
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  • Others wondered if the woman could find a compromise and consider having the ring reset or redesigned.
    Erin Clack, People.com, 26 Feb. 2025
  • Goodbye, Bubble Sort; Hello, AI Whisperer Second, redesign technical assessments to evaluate candidates' ability to leverage AI tools effectively.
    Arie Abramovici, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
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  • Such businesses are highly profitable for the company, which is investing an unspecified amount into a facility in Oklahoma to expand production by 10 million units annually and modernize the plant.
    Michael Wayland, CNBC, 8 Mar. 2025
  • State of play: The renovations will modernize the structure and create a new welcome center designed to hold more guests and be more accessible.
    Carrie Shepherd, Axios, 7 Mar. 2025
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  • This story has been updated with a statement from Drake’s legal team.
    Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Mar. 2025
  • This story has been updated with additional information.
    Ben Church, CNN, 4 Mar. 2025

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“Streamline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/streamline. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.

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