far from ideal

idiom

: not at all good
The conditions were far from ideal.

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The lineup in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary is far from ideal, but one thing is clear: Democrats need to keep Zohran Mamdani out of City Hall. New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 20 June 2025 Even though McConkey might improve as a talent, the situation is far from ideal. Steve Bradshaw, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025 While the situation is far from ideal, the Commanders remain in a good spot, especially since Daniels is seemingly comfortable with the situation. Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025 Newcastle can still shape their own destiny and, although a noon Sunday kick-off time is far from ideal atmosphere-wise, St James’ Park will surely be rocking. James McNicholas, New York Times, 9 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for far from ideal

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“Far from ideal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/far%20from%20ideal. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.

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