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ideal

[ahy-dee-uhl, ahy-deel] / aɪˈdi əl, aɪˈdil /




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The portrait is appealing, but the author too often relies on ancient writers who were themselves captivated by the ideal of a wise man in power.

From The Wall Street Journal

The co-founder of a rugby club for women who have had children said the sport is ideal for new mums who want to stay active.

From BBC

Whether or not it is ideal preparation for playing an Ashes Test in 40-degree temperatures a week later is up for debate.

From BBC

Under the newly issued guidelines, an upside-down pyramid will represent the federal guidance for an ideal diet, replacing the upright pyramid from years past and the more recent “My Plate” visualization.

From The Wall Street Journal

"Among the tested formulations, the one with a higher calcium content demonstrated the fastest mineralization rate and the strongest magnetic response, making it an ideal candidate for biomedical applications," shared Andrade.

From Science Daily