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Recent Examples of optimum
Accordingly, the cigars that stood out to us when compiling this year’s list of premier smokes were the ones made by producers with a real sense of heritage, an exacting focus on craftsmanship, and a willingness to wait for optimum results.
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Richard Carleton Hacker, Robb Report, 19 June 2026
Here, our garden experts share helpful tips on when and how to cut back irises for peak performance and optimum health.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 18 June 2026
After settling on the optimum ingredient balance and brewing time, researchers conducted a blind taste-test with 100 coffee drinkers using traditional espresso and filter coffee, as well as their ultrasonic alternatives.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 11 June 2026
In square foot gardening, each square foot gets a different vegetable or herb, and the optimum number of plants for that type is planted within the square.
—Marie Iannotti, The Spruce, 5 June 2026
For example, the Hurricane line offers optimum support and comfort for hiking and camping.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 June 2026
Watermelons grow best in planting hills that are 4 to 6 feet apart to give each melon optimum space to blossom.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 2 June 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
Richard Carleton Hacker, Robb Report, 19 June 2026
Here, our garden experts share helpful tips on when and how to cut back irises for peak performance and optimum health.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 18 June 2026
After settling on the optimum ingredient balance and brewing time, researchers conducted a blind taste-test with 100 coffee drinkers using traditional espresso and filter coffee, as well as their ultrasonic alternatives.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 11 June 2026
In square foot gardening, each square foot gets a different vegetable or herb, and the optimum number of plants for that type is planted within the square.
—Marie Iannotti, The Spruce, 5 June 2026
For example, the Hurricane line offers optimum support and comfort for hiking and camping.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 June 2026
Watermelons grow best in planting hills that are 4 to 6 feet apart to give each melon optimum space to blossom.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 2 June 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimum
Adjective
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When that income stream is smaller, less secure, or more burdened by caregiving obligations, the optimal portfolio tilts toward safety.—
Teresa Ghilarducci,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Many smaller clubs and organizations, however, face entirely different challenges than optimal camera placement.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
13 June 2026
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With maximum sustained winds of 30 mph, the system is moving northeast at 6 mph.—
MIAMI HERALD HURRICANE BOT,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
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Richie Laryea would rib other players during their turns before giving a maximum effort with the headset on.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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This should be an excellent match against a South Korean side that also has a victory after its comeback last week to beat Czechia.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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Come for that convenience, and stay for lively communal areas, sleek and spacious rooms and suites, and excellent food and beverage programming.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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Australia began their campaign with a superb 2-0 win over Türkiye, sitting deep and springing on the counter to devastating effect to give themselves a great chance of reaching the knockout stages.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
20 June 2026
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The namesake suite is one of the largest in central Rome at more than 2,045 square feet, with superb views over the nearby piazza.—
Todd Plummer,
Robb Report,
19 June 2026
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Lopes notably threw himself in front of a Mikel Oyarzabal volley with just moments to go, a prime example of the back-four’s commitment to defend their goal.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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As the data center building boom and its growing demand for electricity roll along, utilities are jostling for prime position to benefit.—
Conor Harrison,
The Conversation,
16 June 2026
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Parts of the region visually resemble Lake Tahoe, thanks to gorgeous lakes, elevation changes, and a variety of excellent golf courses that are perpetually in outstanding condition.—
Scott Kramer,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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There will be a lasting impact on economic growth as the country faces a long process resolving outstanding costs, according to analysts.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
21 June 2026
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The talks will include US Vice President JD Vance, Jared Kushner and the US special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff.—
Mitchell McCluskey,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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No one enters without a hotel reservation or special pass.—
Gabriela Aoun Angueira,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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Each performance follows its own particular flight path, and this year’s opening concert on Sunday, June 21 upgrades to first-class accommodations at Bing Concert Hall.—
Andrew Gilbert,
Mercury News,
18 June 2026
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In a video posted to Instagram June 13, the silhouette of a rodent can be seen running between the overhead bins and light fixtures in the first-class section of a JetBlue flight.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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“Optimum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimum. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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