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ideal

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




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This architecture makes Macs an ideal host for running AI’s large language models locally.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Florida was chosen because of its frequent thunderstorms, which seemed ideal for the study.

From Science Daily • Apr. 21, 2026

However that previous head coaching experience was one reason he was brought to Los Angeles as as the Kings’ top assistant in 2024 since it made him an ideal fallback candidate should Hiller falter.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

He later said that he planned to “be on Tinder” later that night so he could begin his search for the ideal partner.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

I know what she means—round tables are ideal for Autumn so she can see everyone, but oval and rectangular tables make it hard to understand dinner conversation.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer




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