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Recent Examples of optimal
Good sleep still starts with strong habits; maintain a regular bedtime, limit screen time, and create a calming environment for optimal results.
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Julie Scott, Verywell Health, 18 July 2025
Talk with a healthcare provider for guidance on what an optimal weight is for you.
—Angela Ryan Lee, Health, 17 July 2025
For optimal viewing, find a clear, dark sky and look toward the northeast — although meteors can appear in any part of the sky.
—Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 17 July 2025
Most ball chairs are available in sizes ranging from 45 to 75 centimeters and come with corresponding sizing charts for optimal usage.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 July 2025
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Julie Scott, Verywell Health, 18 July 2025
Talk with a healthcare provider for guidance on what an optimal weight is for you.
—Angela Ryan Lee, Health, 17 July 2025
For optimal viewing, find a clear, dark sky and look toward the northeast — although meteors can appear in any part of the sky.
—Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 17 July 2025
Most ball chairs are available in sizes ranging from 45 to 75 centimeters and come with corresponding sizing charts for optimal usage.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimal
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Aloe vera is low-maintenance, making the houseplant an excellent option for beginner houseplant owners, who don’t have much time for excessive plant care.—
Michelle Mastro,
Architectural Digest,
23 July 2025
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One of the best examples is her novel Made for Love, perhaps better known as an HBO show starring the excellent Cristin Milioti.—
The Atlantic Culture Desk,
The Atlantic,
23 July 2025
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But don't think of it as a gimmick bottling, Foley is a legend in the wine industry and has been crafting superb bourbon under his Charles Goodnight Whiskey brand for almost a decade.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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On so many days and nights when their bats might as well have been toothpicks, the Padres have won games with superb pitching and solid defense.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Only 38% of workers in the Cincinnati metro area are in their prime working years, placing the Queen City near the bottom among peer metro areas.—
Randy Tucker,
The Enquirer,
25 July 2025
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Situated on prime beachfront lots, the five- and six-bedroom villas from The Beach Collection range from 7,300 to 8,500 square feet and offer unparalleled privacy and exclusivity.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
25 July 2025
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Straight out of the Chris Jones playbook, Banks uses his length to create movement, and his effort from the backside is outstanding.—
Dane Brugler,
New York Times,
22 July 2025
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The film had an outstanding run at the box office, opening with a record-breaking $183 million Memorial Day weekend debut.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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But that Berger has this moment is special for myriad reasons.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
20 July 2025
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Aldrin also shared that Pope Leo XIV spoke with him and his wife, expressing how special the moment was.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
20 July 2025
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The United States undeniably has many of the top AI makers, along with amazing academic institutions that are globally recognized as AI leaders, and gobs of first-class AI researchers.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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Bill Pogue, who had been an Idaho conservation officer for 15 years and before that a police official and game warden in Nevada, was known as a first-class warden, one of Idaho’s best.—
Jim Zumbo,
Outdoor Life,
17 July 2025
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Made from ultra-soft leather with precision stitching, this Malbon golf glove delivers exceptional grip and comfort with a super elegant appeal, with its magnetic button closure.—
Jené Luciani Sena,
FOXNews.com,
18 July 2025
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Looking at data statewide, more half of Texas three months ago was in severe, extreme or exceptional (level 4 of 4) drought.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
18 July 2025
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As a collective, HQ Portfolio stocks provided superior returns with lower risk compared to the benchmark index; a smoother journey, as evidenced in HQ Portfolio performance metrics.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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The Chicago Cubs have been passed up by the Milwaukee Brewers for the National League Central lead, and that's due to the Brewers' superior pitching staff.—
Hunter Mulholland,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
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“Optimal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimal. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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