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Recent Examples of optimum
Give the plants good air circulation and deadhead spent flowers for optimum blooms.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 2 May 2026
The change resulted in an opening segment that ran for 85 minutes under green as drivers cautiously raced well below their maximum speeds to achieve optimum mileage.
—ABC News, 26 Apr. 2026
The warm air and lack of wind proved to be a green light for veteran Sei Young Kim, who took advantage of the optimum scoring conditions to vault to the top of the leaderboard.
—Bob Buttitta, Daily News, 18 Apr. 2026
Engineering Engineering, the application of science to the optimum conversion of the resources of nature to the uses of humankind.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
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
The city provides a guide for optimum watering times, which differ depending on the type of sprinkler head that’s used.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
Doing so could tax the relief corps earlier than is optimum, though the Padres will make avoiding that a priority.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
Neither Russell nor Antonelli arrived at the grid with their engine batteries at an optimum level of charge, contributing to their slow starts.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 2 May 2026
The change resulted in an opening segment that ran for 85 minutes under green as drivers cautiously raced well below their maximum speeds to achieve optimum mileage.
—ABC News, 26 Apr. 2026
The warm air and lack of wind proved to be a green light for veteran Sei Young Kim, who took advantage of the optimum scoring conditions to vault to the top of the leaderboard.
—Bob Buttitta, Daily News, 18 Apr. 2026
Engineering Engineering, the application of science to the optimum conversion of the resources of nature to the uses of humankind.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
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
The city provides a guide for optimum watering times, which differ depending on the type of sprinkler head that’s used.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
Doing so could tax the relief corps earlier than is optimum, though the Padres will make avoiding that a priority.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
Neither Russell nor Antonelli arrived at the grid with their engine batteries at an optimum level of charge, contributing to their slow starts.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimum
Adjective
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The chloroplasts were indeed packed in a mathematically optimal way.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
4 May 2026
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However, more research is needed to determine the optimal dose and protocol.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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The conspiracy charge holds a maximum sentence of life in federal prison, while the kidnapping charge is punishable by up to 20 years.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Accessible rooms cluster near reception on upper levels, convenient for restaurants but requiring maximum logistics to reach pools or beach.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Conversations around excellent kebabs in Southern California tend to begin with the Martirosyan family and their Mini Kabob in Glendale.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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The lighting, art design and score are all excellent – and the single shot construction gives the film a dreamy, meditative quality.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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Dining options include the superb Amar, as well as a large rooftop terrace with a restaurant, garden, and pool.—
Eddi Fiegel,
Robb Report,
7 May 2026
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Montreal had a superb start to overtime, outshooting Minnesota 23-11 through the first two extra periods.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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For the priests, this was a case of demonic possession due to witch-craft, and Mary’s crabby, aloof neighbor Elizabeth Jackson was the prime witch suspect.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
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Guests at the dinner received the first part of their meal — a spring pea & burrata salad — but the prime chateaubriand steak and Maine lobster was not served.—
Mike Stunson,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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At Friday’s news conference, Cordero-Stutz said outstanding citations will be dismissed.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
3 May 2026
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In the bottom of the ninth with one on and one out, Carson Benge made an outstanding diving catch in right field to rob Vaughn Grisson of extra bases and prevent a run from scoring.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
3 May 2026
Adjective
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The evening was a huge step forward for the Wild special teams, which struggled in a pair of losses in Denver.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
10 May 2026
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Many families experience a disconnect between generations around travel and making special times, especially as families spread farther apart geographically.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
10 May 2026
Adjective
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While the vibe and scenery at Soneva Jani and Soneva Fushi are quite different, there are also many constants the Soneva team has carefully kept in place, including the philosophy of barefoot luxury, impeccable service, and first-class cuisine.—
William Curtis,
Travel + Leisure,
6 May 2026
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The company launched in 2018 to create a first-class experience and embed the highest standard of customer service into every detail of the moving day.—
Tracy Yochum,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Optimum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimum. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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