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Recent Examples of optimum
The complete enterprise knowledge base does not have to reside within an LLM to provide contextual and optimum support to the customer.
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Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
There are levels to this and the Horns aren’t optimum just yet.
—Cedric Golden, Austin American Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
The seeker is architected to utilize specific operatorselected sensors, or all sensors in combinations simultaneously to provide the optimum solution to prosecute the target.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 18 Jan. 2026
Here's the optimum schedule for staying warm, preventing energy waste, and saving on your energy bill, according to Caviness.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 13 Jan. 2026
The system will also be able to auto adjust to different ambient lighting needs, ensuring optimum picture quality for daytime or after-dark spaces.
—New Atlas, 12 Jan. 2026
Sicily’s lack of rainfall gives it the optimum conditions for producing organic wines.
—Rosalyn Wikeley, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Those skills are put to optimum use at Bournemouth, and are often the driving force behind the pitch-sweeping moves that Andoni Iraola’s side have quickly become known for.
—David Ornstein, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
Heartleaf philodendron can grow vines 3 to 13 feet long indoors when given optimum growing conditions.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Jan. 2026
Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
There are levels to this and the Horns aren’t optimum just yet.
—Cedric Golden, Austin American Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
The seeker is architected to utilize specific operatorselected sensors, or all sensors in combinations simultaneously to provide the optimum solution to prosecute the target.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 18 Jan. 2026
Here's the optimum schedule for staying warm, preventing energy waste, and saving on your energy bill, according to Caviness.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 13 Jan. 2026
The system will also be able to auto adjust to different ambient lighting needs, ensuring optimum picture quality for daytime or after-dark spaces.
—New Atlas, 12 Jan. 2026
Sicily’s lack of rainfall gives it the optimum conditions for producing organic wines.
—Rosalyn Wikeley, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Those skills are put to optimum use at Bournemouth, and are often the driving force behind the pitch-sweeping moves that Andoni Iraola’s side have quickly become known for.
—David Ornstein, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
Heartleaf philodendron can grow vines 3 to 13 feet long indoors when given optimum growing conditions.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimum
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Its benefits include greater energy capture without atmospheric losses, near-continuous sunlight, as well as optimal sun-facing orientation.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Feb. 2026
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Discover the 25 best plants to pair with your rosemary for optimal growth and protection.—
Ashlyn Needham,
The Spruce,
16 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Prosecutors at the Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague — which formally is part of Kosovo's judicial system although seated abroad — have asked for a maximum 45-year prison sentence for Thaci and the other defendants.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Feb. 2026
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Prosecutors at the Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague — which formally is part of Kosovo’s judicial system although seated abroad — have asked for a maximum 45-year prison sentence for Thaci and the other defendants.—
Zana Cimili,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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There’s also bubbles (the champagne by the glass selection is excellent) and raclette cart service.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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The regular season is different from the playoffs, but surely Detroit is champing at the bit to get a rematch of last year’s excellent first-round matchup with the Knicks this postseason.—
James L. Edwards III,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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His recent 25-point, 10-rebound, four-assist game versus Utah was superb in leading the Brooklyn Nets to a win.—
Sam Vecenie,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Grapevine rallies to advance over Chisholm Trail Fort Worth Chisholm Trail jumped out to an early lead, but Grapevine rallied with a superb night from the free throw line to defeat the Rangers 56-47 in a Class 5A Division II bi-district game on Monday at Thomas Coliseum in Haltom City.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Feb. 2026
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They're arranged in haphazard rows, with Andrew Jackson occupying a prime front spot simply because the owner likes his hair.—
Danielle Paquette The Washington Post,
Arkansas Online,
17 Feb. 2026
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Thaksin could be eligible for parole in May, his nephew is the party’s prime ministerial candidate.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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He was named the UIL’s most outstanding wrestler in Class 6A, which is a first for Carroll’s program.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Feb. 2026
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Police departments nationwide offered a unique suggestion for a Valentine’s Day gift and urged people to turn in exes with outstanding warrants.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
15 Feb. 2026
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For her 38th birthday, Rih opted to embrace some special vintage Gucci.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
22 Feb. 2026
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And coaching his daughter has been extra special.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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What a first-class thing to do.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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When David Bazzel first approached then-University of Arkansas Athletic Director Frank Broyles about celebrating the top assistant coach in college football, Broyles said five months was not enough time to put on a first-class banquet.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Optimum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimum. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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