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ideal

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




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"These studies involved well-established experimental models that mimic insulin resistance in non-obese individuals. Trials in humans are needed to estimate the ideal dose and the most indicated type of omega-3 fatty acid," Curi said.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

It was reseeded and grown over by lush grass, and by 1997 an ideal habitat was created for the first of Mr. Moore’s exemplars, the elk.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

A large open-plan kitchen comes complete with a casual dining space, ideal for hosting large groups, while the sun-soaked living room boasts its own fireplace for cozier evenings during the winter months.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

"The ideal scenario would be that we were open 5, 6 days a week, the logistics issue we have is obviously getting the stock from suppliers to do that," Reilly said.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

It was an ideal evening without a hint of fall in it.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck




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