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Recent Examples of optimum
Under optimum conditions, the coatings can harvest up to 390 mL of water per square metre each day – enough for a 12-square-metre surface to supply the daily drinking needs of one person, according to a press release.
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Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025
Michelle shared that maintaining optimum hair health was paramount to both her and her team.
—Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
At 6 feet 5 and 220 pounds, Mendoza has optimum size and is capable of keeping the ball on RPOs.
—Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 21 Sep. 2025
The decision came after much research over the optimum change to more accurately note the safety differences between different automaker models, Harkey said.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 21 Sep. 2025
This means that this is an optimum week to check out the beautiful summer Milky Way.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The biocellulose of the mask sheet itself holds 100x its weight in serum and hugs the contours of the face for optimum serum delivery.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Plant new grass seed The optimum time for planting new grass seed starts around the middle of September.
—Chris McKeown, The Enquirer, 24 Aug. 2025
There are eight wall color presets too, where parameters are adjusted for optimum viewing on non-white surfaces.
—New Atlas, 4 Aug. 2025
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025
Michelle shared that maintaining optimum hair health was paramount to both her and her team.
—Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
At 6 feet 5 and 220 pounds, Mendoza has optimum size and is capable of keeping the ball on RPOs.
—Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 21 Sep. 2025
The decision came after much research over the optimum change to more accurately note the safety differences between different automaker models, Harkey said.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 21 Sep. 2025
This means that this is an optimum week to check out the beautiful summer Milky Way.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The biocellulose of the mask sheet itself holds 100x its weight in serum and hugs the contours of the face for optimum serum delivery.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Plant new grass seed The optimum time for planting new grass seed starts around the middle of September.
—Chris McKeown, The Enquirer, 24 Aug. 2025
There are eight wall color presets too, where parameters are adjusted for optimum viewing on non-white surfaces.
—New Atlas, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimum
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While single-stage snowblowers are optimal for light dustings, two-stage blowers are ideal for heavy-duty conditions and larger spaces.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Jan. 2026
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His perspective positions the next wave of transformation not around deeper analysis, but around autonomous action, systems capable of understanding situations, deciding optimal responses, and executing those responses in real time.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
8 Jan. 2026
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She was found not guilty by reason of insanity in 2006 and was placed in a maximum-security psychiatric center in Texas, where she's resided ever since.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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For maximum coziness, the Skechers Women’s Cozy Escape Snow Puff Slip-ins are like a hug for your feet, with memory foam cushioning and faux fur trim lining the booties.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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But the Red Sox destroyed and ended their relationship with their only true power hitter and proven winner for a player who, though an undeniably excellent addition, was here for 117 total games.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
12 Jan. 2026
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Transition metal fluorides are widely regarded as promising cathode materials because of their high theoretical voltages and excellent thermal stability.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Jan. 2026
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The guest capacity of 3,246 feels delightfully low considering the mind-blowing variety of venues, including nine superb specialty restaurants (love a good steakhouse at sea) and seven that are winners even without an upcharge.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
31 Dec. 2025
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The Sofia, by Vagabond Haven, is a superb example of clever space-saving design.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
28 Dec. 2025
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Serious shellers know to get to the beach early for prime specimens like sand dollars, whelks, and scallops.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
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With much of the 2026 path of totality crossing oceans and seas, cruise lines are planning extraordinary voyages to deliver passengers to prime viewing points.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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The Directors Guild of America has named the nominees for its 2025 awards in the outstanding directorial achievement in television, commercials and documentary categories.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
7 Jan. 2026
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The Hollywood Reporter snagged a nomination again for outstanding magazine overall coverage in a list that also includes The Advocate, Cosmo, Gaye Magazine, Out, People, Poz, Rolling Stone, Time and Variety.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Jan. 2026
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Nowadays, Khloé Kardashian will only accept one very special boy in her bed.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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The defensive coordinator, who has a special relationship with his longtime pupil, is happy to see Scott on the upswing.—
Mike Kaye
January 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Jan. 2026
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Robiskie believes Ryan can get things turned around on the field and create a first-class culture that follows league rules.—
D. Orlando Ledbetter,
AJC.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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Starting in February, American Airlines will offer Pecan Lodge to first-class passengers on certain flights as part of its centennial anniversary celebrations.—
Claire Ballor,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Optimum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimum. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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