minimize
Произношение: [ˈmɪnɪmaɪz]
Слово
Контекст: «problem-solving»
(verb) to make something smaller or less important. It's like trying to make a big mess look neat again or thinking of ways to make a problem seem smaller.
Пример
The teacher helped us minimize our distractions so we could concentrate on our homework.
Пример
Ignoring the problems will not minimize their impact; they might get worse.
Пример
What strategies can we use to minimize our mistakes during the project?
Контекст: «risk management»
(verb) to reduce the chance of something bad happening or to lessen the effects of a risk. This means taking steps to keep us safe and avoid big problems.
Пример
To minimize the risk of injury, everyone wore helmets during the bike race.
Пример
Not paying attention to safety can maximize the risk rather than minimize it.
Пример
How can we minimize the risks when planning the event?
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