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ideal

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




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“The orchestra,” Noltemy explained, “believes in him as the ideal conductor who could take them to the next level.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

"In regions like Maharashtra, temperatures can go up to 40 degrees, and even during transit it can reach 30–35 degrees, which is not ideal for this fruit."

From BBC • May 25, 2026

In an ideal world, many CEOs and bankers say they want to see at least a 20% pop in share price on day one.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

These are ideal for weeknight stir-fries, skillet chilis or brothy pots of beans where small, scrappy bits of protein can stretch themselves beautifully.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

Given that he also knew many officials in Washington, he was considered an ideal messenger.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann




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