as in perfectly
in the most desirable, satisfactory, or advantageous manner or circumstances
Optimally, we'll leave by seven and arrive by ten o'clock. The seating was optimally arranged so that all guests had a clear view of the wedding party.
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Recent Examples of optimally
Modern cars may be technologically advanced compared to the automobiles of previous decades, but they are still made up of fragile parts that need regular operation and upkeep to perform optimally.
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Charles Singh, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Satellites regularly pass through earth’s shadow, and solar panels cannot always remain optimally aligned with the sun.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 19 Feb. 2026
And helping ensure that driver inputs are translated optimally based on the drive mode selected are Bilstein DTX dampers.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2026
The more effective strategy is to initially define the right automation for your business, then select packaging engineered to run optimally on that system — taking into account current operational needs as well as future growth.
—Ken Bowles, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Whether those investments are optimally targeted is a legitimate debate.
—Chicago Tribune, 18 Jan. 2026
Then refrigerate at least overnight, but optimally for 2 to 3 days for full flavor.
—Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
Tammy Kimbler, chief communications officer at The Land Institute, said the institute is working to analyze the conditions under which Kernza could be optimally grown across the country.
—Cami Koons, Iowa Capital Dispatch, 6 Jan. 2026
Below-zero stars can sabotage efforts; higher scores help things work out optimally.
—Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 4 Jan. 2026
Charles Singh, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Satellites regularly pass through earth’s shadow, and solar panels cannot always remain optimally aligned with the sun.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 19 Feb. 2026
And helping ensure that driver inputs are translated optimally based on the drive mode selected are Bilstein DTX dampers.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2026
The more effective strategy is to initially define the right automation for your business, then select packaging engineered to run optimally on that system — taking into account current operational needs as well as future growth.
—Ken Bowles, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Whether those investments are optimally targeted is a legitimate debate.
—Chicago Tribune, 18 Jan. 2026
Then refrigerate at least overnight, but optimally for 2 to 3 days for full flavor.
—Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
Tammy Kimbler, chief communications officer at The Land Institute, said the institute is working to analyze the conditions under which Kernza could be optimally grown across the country.
—Cami Koons, Iowa Capital Dispatch, 6 Jan. 2026
Below-zero stars can sabotage efforts; higher scores help things work out optimally.
—Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 4 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimally
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The sides and top of the bag are brown leather, which adds just enough contrast to pop against your outfit, and perfectly complements the bag’s gold chain and zipper.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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Prior to Wednesday’s game, Torey seemed to explain the feelings of the moment perfectly.—
Sahadev Sharma,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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In October, dogs specially trained in human remains detection scanned the area where Mercury had confessed to leaving Cheryl’s body.—
Hilary Whiteman,
CNN Money,
28 Feb. 2026
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Besides the inevitable Leonard Bernstein, Aaron Copland and George Gershwin, there’s the world premiere of five works by American composers specially commissioned for this occasion by Orchestra Lumos.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
26 Feb. 2026
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Tuesday’s trip to Norman, Oklahoma, ideally would have kept the Missouri Tigers in play for the double-bye in the SEC Tournament.—
Maddie Hartley,
Kansas City Star,
3 Mar. 2026
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Set your dishwasher to the hottest available cycle, ideally at least 140°F.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
3 Mar. 2026
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According to the complaint, the historically Black university failed to maintain adequate security and did not properly respond to warnings about potential violence.—
Frederick Sutton Sinclair,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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The screen installed on the door was not properly constructed to prevent pest entry, as the mesh openings were excessively large.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
8 Mar. 2026
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Fifty years later, likely competitors for the award include Pluribus, The Pitt, and Slow Horses, entertaining and finely made choices all.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Feb. 2026
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Farina is a finely ground wheat product made from the endosperm of the wheat kernel, which is primarily composed of starch.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
20 Feb. 2026
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