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Recent Examples of optimal
Similarly, humidity levels were slightly below optimal for devices that remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
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Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 3 Apr. 2026
Without factoring in the externalities of a merit good, there will always be the appearance of a market failure (the market will be incapable of delivering an optimal result).
—Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
If maximizing return is your top priority, taking the time to find the best buyer and optimal timing could pay off.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
The preferred method for optimal tree health is to cut back to a bud or side branch, where active growth is happening.
—Peg Aloi, The Spruce, 30 Mar. 2026
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Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 3 Apr. 2026
Without factoring in the externalities of a merit good, there will always be the appearance of a market failure (the market will be incapable of delivering an optimal result).
—Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
If maximizing return is your top priority, taking the time to find the best buyer and optimal timing could pay off.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
The preferred method for optimal tree health is to cut back to a bud or side branch, where active growth is happening.
—Peg Aloi, The Spruce, 30 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimal
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Engineering Engineering, the application of science to the optimum conversion of the resources of nature to the uses of humankind.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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And for a 39-year–old, who worked hard to get into optimum shape and tweak his swing to make concessions for how his body was aging, that’s not a bad thing.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
23 Mar. 2026
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As far back as preseason testing, some teams questioned the maximum recharge of 250 kilowatts achieved through super clipping, given that the battery can harvest up to 350kW and this cap is achieved when drivers lift-and-coast into corners.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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Sangha faces a maximum sentence of 65 years in prison.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Alliums are excellent neighbors to beets, brassicas, tomatoes, and more.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2026
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This bracelet makes an excellent Mother’s Day jewelry gift.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
9 Apr. 2026
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His disaffection baffles his acquaintances and pains his tubercular wife (a superb Quinn Jackson), whose doctor (Lambert Tamin) has only contempt for her husband’s agonizing.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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UConn's superb sophomore already has five points in the first four minutes of this semifinal, including a 3-pointer.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
3 Apr. 2026
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Vancouver had a prime chance to force extra time when Vegas defenseman Rasmus Andersson was called for interference with less than two minutes left.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Other chef’s specialties include short rib pot roast, ribeye steak and prime rib, served only on the weekends at dinner.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
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The show won nine Emmys during its run, including an outstanding comedy series win and an outstanding lead actress award for O’Hara, both in 2020.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
5 Apr. 2026
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The special coins recognize those over the age of 70 for outstanding service to their communities, and the number of recipients matches the age of the monarch.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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City spokesperson Helena Poleo said special event permits are common, and that the Ultra Music Festival used one.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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Torii Hunter, a defensive whiz who now works as an Angels special assistant and who happened to be in the dugout, was succinct in his praise for the performance.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
5 Apr. 2026
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Additionally, the agency is seeking price changes for first-class mail products, periodicals, marketing mail and package services.—
David Chiu,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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During an appearance in front of Congress back in March, Postmaster General David Steiner suggested that a price hike on first-class stamps could have gone as high as 95 cents.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Optimal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimal. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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