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maximize time

[MAK-suh-myz tym]
verb phrase
aproveitar ao máximo o tempo
1. to use time as efficiently and effectively as possible; to get the most value or productivity from available time
To maximize time during your study session, eliminate all distractions.
Para aproveitar ao máximo o tempo durante sua sessão de estudo, elimine todas as distrações.
2. to organize and manage one's schedule to achieve maximum productivity and results
She tries to maximize time by combining errands into one trip.
Ela tenta aproveitar ao máximo o tempo combinando recados em uma única volta.
NYC Slang
make every second count
Synonyms
make the most of timeuse time wiselyoptimize timemake best use of timemaximize productivity
Antonyms
waste timesquander timeminimize timelose time

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
aproveitar ao máximo o tempo
most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
tirar o máximo proveito do tempo
alternative phrasing common in the region
São Paulo
otimizar o tempo
more formal, business-oriented usage
Portugal
maximizar o tempo
direct translation, also 'tirar o melhor partido do tempo'

Related Idioms & Phrases

make every second count
beat the clock
race against time
time is of the essence
use your time wisely
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