as in perfectly
in the most desirable, satisfactory, or advantageous manner or circumstances
Optimally, we'll leave by seven and arrive by ten o'clock. The seating was optimally arranged so that all guests had a clear view of the wedding party.
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Adverb
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This result is perfectly consistent with economic theory.—
The Editors,
National Review,
11 Feb. 2025 -
What’s at stake in individual moments is perfectly clear.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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Viking’s ships feature modern Scandinavian style, specially designed to navigate the world’s rivers.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Feb. 2025
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The playing surface at State Farm Stadium in Arizona was specially curated in an $800,000 operation by the NFL to provide natural grass for the game.—
Jackson Thompson,
Fox News,
5 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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Plants are better able to take up aluminum in acidic soil, ideally with a pH between 5.0 and 5.5.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2025
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However, staff are confident that Milo’s snuggly, exuberant personality will shine through in a loving home, ideally with other dogs.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
13 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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Thomas reasoned that the museum hadn’t guided its staff properly in how to implement Trump’s executive order, and assured reporters the exhibit had been uncovered since.—
The Editors of ARTnews,
ARTnews.com,
11 Feb. 2025
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It is believed that the jet's landing gear failed to deploy properly upon touchdown, according to a preliminary investigation.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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Nearly everyone appreciated the tasteful and well-appointed interior, as understated as it is finely crafted.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2025
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The material consists mainly of finely ground marble, obtained as an otherwise-unwanted waste product from quarries.—
Ben Coxworth,
New Atlas,
25 Jan. 2025
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