Dictionary.com Names 'Maxxing' as 2026 Word of the Year

• Dictionary.com announced 'maxxing' as the 2026 Word of the Year.
• The term originates from the viral social media trend and has historical roots in gaming and optimization.
• 'Data center' also made it to the top five words of the year.
• Experts predict that 'maxxing' will remain a part of our language as life becomes increasingly optimized.
• The term has been used in various contexts, from Dungeons and Dragons to game theory and popular culture.