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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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Importantly, 2026 was considered optimal because where Earth and Mars would be in their respective orbits would cut the journey time to approximately six months.—
Claire Cameron,
Scientific American,
9 Feb. 2026
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Researchers also determined the optimal number of cups, or 8-ounce servings, of each beverage.—
Lindsey Leake,
NBC news,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The effect is country salvage, designed for maximum gardening efficiency.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Feb. 2026
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State-of-the-art facilities like a high-speed gondola and high-tech snowmaking systems ensure maximum stoke.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Feb. 2026
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Six solid to excellent major leaguers, two average ones and 11 busts.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Use Dryer Balls to Keep Sheets Separated Dryer balls are an excellent tool for combating tangled sheets.—
Anyssa Roberts,
The Spruce,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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There’s a tension, too, between the observant realism of Layton’s style and the derivativeness of the plotting, though the three leads, all superb, smooth it over with considerable skill.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
13 Feb. 2026
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Some offer sweeping waterfront views, others cozy corners made for lingering conversations, but all pair superb food with intimate ambiance.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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Brooks Lake Lodge and Spa Dubois, Wyoming Dating from 1922, Brooks Lake Lodge and Spa sits in a prime location in the Rocky Mountains of Wyoming, near Yellowstone National Park and Jackson Hole and just a mile from the Continental Divide.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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Our famous but past-her-prime hero saddles up for one more go at glory, kicks serious butt, but ultimately falls short.—
Frederick Dreier,
Outside,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Crosby, in his 21st NHL season, is having a typically outstanding campaign.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The driver was apprehended and has prior convictions for being an armed felon and an outstanding warrant, according to the department.—
Camryn Dadey,
Sacbee.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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The spa also includes hairdressing and nail care services, with special treatments for brides.—
José Cantillo Ferrer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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These special beings unite to try and discover their true evolutionary purpose while being watched and hunted by a dark group called the Whispers.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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But Layton’s attention to detail, mood and character development establish him as a first-class screenwriter and director, showing the style and vision of a Michael Mann and the grasp for dialogue and character like a Quentin Tarantino or Sydney Pollack.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
11 Feb. 2026
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The brand’s Mongolian Cashmere Wrap, for example, doubles as a first-class-worthy blanket, and its linen pajama sets are chic enough to wear straight from a plane to the hotel pool.—
Claire Gallam,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Optimum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimum. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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