How to Use optimal in a Sentence

optimal

adjective

• He keeps his engine tuned for optimal performance.
• Under optimal conditions, these plants grow quite tall.
• Adjust the hat on your head and secure the bands for an optimal fit.
  — New York Times, 27 July 2023
• The long sleeves offer optimal coverage of the arms, while the cuffed ends help lock in heat.
  — Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 26 Oct. 2023
• That doesn’t mean all groups achieve this optimal scale.
  — TIME, 3 Feb. 2024
• So, what is the optimal use case for data about gender in tech and VC?
  — Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 8 Mar. 2024
• The chair has a durable steel frame with thick foam padding for optimal comfort.
  — Eden Lichterman, Peoplemag, 12 Oct. 2023
• The patient then takes part in the process, helping decide what is optimal.
  — Beth Landman, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Apr. 2023
• The size is optimal for packing a day’s worth of supplies and gear without getting too heavy for a day hike.
  — Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2023
• Baril said that the optimal amount of deep sleep remains unclear.
  — Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 7 Nov. 2023
• To ensure your vape carts remain in optimal state for longer, keep them in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
  — Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2024
• Blood pressure: Talk to a healthcare provider about what your optimal blood pressure is.
  — Amanda MacMillan, Health, 9 Mar. 2024
• The swim bottoms have a 6-inch inseam for optimal coverage, and there are two fun blue floral prints to choose from.
  — Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 25 May 2023
• Soak the toasted or untoasted bread for about 10 seconds per side to achieve the optimal texture.
  — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2023
• The front brim measures in at 5 inches, and the back brim is 6 inches for optimal shoulder and back protection.
  — Katie Dubow, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2023
• Sow the seeds of these annuals just after the last frost with barely any soil on top, and be sure to keep the soil moist for optimal magenta blooms.
  — Melissa Breyer, Treehugger, 14 July 2023
• The yard has tested more than 1,000 hull shapes for optimal performance.
  — Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 27 Sep. 2023
• According to Maynard, most plants need 10-12 hours of light per day with at least eight hours of darkness for optimal growth.
  — Carrie Honaker, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2024
• Off the tee, the desire is to keep golfers in play, but there are optimal lines of attack that get more challenging as players move back to the full distance of 7,200+ yards.
  — Erik Matuszewski, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2023
• The aim is to maintain healthy, balanced blood sugar levels to ensure the insulin stays in check for optimal health.
  — Hannah Coates, Glamour, 8 Nov. 2023
• The device can also wake you up at the most optimal time of your sleep cycle, and the app offers insights into your habits and data.
  — Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Jan. 2024
• Again, optimal winds will be highlighted in green, and poor winds will be highlighted in red.
  — Ryan Chelius, Field & Stream, 31 Jan. 2024
• Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing for optimal flavor!
  — Melissa Gray, Southern Living, 17 Dec. 2023
• This modern adirondack chair has an angled seat and waterfall front that molds to the back of your knees for optimal comfort.
  — Erica Reagle, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 July 2023
• Some have suggested that the name may also be related to the A* search algorithm, widely used to have a program find the optimal path to a goal.
  — Will Knight, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2023
• Hence, the best cargo pants for men will also be comfortable and come in designs that ensure an optimal fit.
  — Maverick Li, Men's Health, 28 July 2023
• Their easy-to-use packs have an optimal amount of detergent already measured out, so there is no guesswork and no mess to worry about.
  — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 11 Apr. 2023
• The Clippers even brought in photographers to consult on the design of the player entrance to make sure the angles are right for optimal arrival shots.
  — Kirsten Chuba, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Feb. 2024
• Start with a low dosage and gradually increase it to find your optimal level.
  — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 2 Sep. 2023
• On roads with three or more lanes in the same direction, the center lane is optimal if there is a lot of entering or exiting traffic.
  — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 16 Feb. 2024

Last Updated: 3 May 2024