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ideal

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




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“The sacrifices made by military families are immeasurable, and California stands in solidarity with them, united in grief and gratitude,” he said, adding that Marzan’s service “exemplifies the highest ideals of our state and country.”

From Los Angeles Times

I listened, enthralled, as the speakers took their chairs and spoke to us about their ideals and beliefs.

From Literature

The ideal candidate is someone who has failed, understands why that happened, and learned how to navigate those risks without avoiding them.

From The Wall Street Journal

This makes it an ideal window into the distant universe.

From Science Daily

The ideal scenario would be faster growth, which brings in more tax money.

From BBC