optimal

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"Adolescence is a key period for building strong bones, and achieving optimal bone mass during this time can reduce lifelong risks of fractures and osteoporosis," said Jessie P. Buckley, Ph.D.,

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

Wagner carries a purple cooking thermometer—the kind with the long pointy needle that you might use to check on your steak—to check for optimal chill.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Bessent said: "The President wants to remain in DC to coordinate the war effort... Travelling abroad at a time like this may not be optimal."

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

"Honda believed EVs would be the optimal solution from a long-term perspective. Based on this belief, Honda shifted its strategic direction toward the popularisation of EVs," the firm said.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

They make inside jokes in Fante and then stare directly at me to encourage optimal discomfort.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer