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Adjective
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Most ball chairs are available in sizes ranging from 45 to 75 centimeters and come with corresponding sizing charts for optimal usage.—
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Mercury News,
7 July 2025 -
The most optimal place to store poultry is away from fruits and vegetables, at the bottom of the fridge.—
Logan Holland,
People.com,
5 July 2025
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The hiding spot seemed like an excellent spot for avoiding the sun and potential predators, but Fowler didn't feel quite the same.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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This Dyson model is lightweight and has powerful suction and motorized tools that are excellent for getting hair out of carpets and upholstery.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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Signed last summer from AC Monza for a fee of €18 million ($19.49 million), Di Gregorio looks like a superb signing already worth far more than that initial transfer fee.—
Adam Digby,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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Michael Busch did the most damage, going 4-for-4 with three homers and five RBIs, continuing his quiet development into a superb all-around first baseman.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
5 July 2025
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But that’s not a sure thing because one of the three teams ahead of the Rockies — Nationals, Angels and Mariners — could pass on a prime pitcher and scoop up Holliday.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
13 July 2025
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That lull, when the cabin is dim, quiet, and relatively still, is prime bathroom time.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
13 July 2025
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But Republicans on the Senate Banking Committee left a hearing Wednesday with outstanding questions that could take lawmakers months to answer — if not longer.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
10 July 2025
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Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe left frustrated Vinicius Jr had been looking to shine again in the U.S., yet the Brazilian departed with just one goal and one assist to his name from six games, with both his contributions coming in his outstanding performance against Salzburg.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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Missouri’s offer, passed during a hectic special session last month, would fund up to 50% of new construction or stadium improvements.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 July 2025
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Food trucks also are permitted at special events, like those held at downtown Festival Park, Mylott said.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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Nobody knows more about the unique demands of the slope than former England bowler and Middlesex stalwart Angus Fraser, who played 96 first-class matches at Lord’s after making his debut in 1984, including five Tests, and 128 limited-overs ‘List A’ games, one of them a one-day international.—
Paul Newman,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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Last year, Bark Air took to the sky—an airline that caters to dogs (and their humans) with first-class experiences in a private GulfStream jet.—
Chris Morris,
Fortune,
10 July 2025
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After hours inside, ogle the matchless architecture of the nearby Palace Museum, stroll the beautiful trails and soak in some glorious views, Chinese ink paintings come to life.—
Baz Dreisinger,
Forbes,
7 Dec. 2024
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Tickets are pricey – from $99 to more than $200 – but Sphere brass view the cost as a worth it for the matchless experience.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA TODAY,
18 Oct. 2024
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“Optimum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimum. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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