as in maximum
being the highest possible
The group wanted their performance to have the maximal amount of impact.
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Recent Examples of maximal
Repeat for 12–15 reps, keeping your back pressed into the floor beneath you for maximal core engagement.
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Jakob Roze, Health, 8 Apr. 2026
In the age of reengineering bedrooms for maximal sleep, these upholstered bed frames are just the thing for cocooning.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Apr. 2026
Stationery used to signal maximal effort.
—Perrie Samotin, Glamour, 26 Mar. 2026
To some, Midnight Hammer validated a doctrine of decisive action—limited in duration but maximal in force.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 5 Mar. 2026
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Jakob Roze, Health, 8 Apr. 2026
In the age of reengineering bedrooms for maximal sleep, these upholstered bed frames are just the thing for cocooning.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Apr. 2026
Stationery used to signal maximal effort.
—Perrie Samotin, Glamour, 26 Mar. 2026
To some, Midnight Hammer validated a doctrine of decisive action—limited in duration but maximal in force.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 5 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximal
Adjective
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With maximum sustained winds of 30 mph, the system is moving northeast at 6 mph.—
MIAMI HERALD HURRICANE BOT,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
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Richie Laryea would rib other players during their turns before giving a maximum effort with the headset on.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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Each horse can be a little different and having people that are patient and cooperative is of the utmost importance.—
Danny Brewer,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Restaurants and bars in the area have done their utmost to make their patios, rooftops, and outdoor seating areas fun and comfortable, even during triple-digit heat.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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“Maximal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maximal. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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