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ideal

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




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Elsewhere on the main level, there is a “thoughtfully remodeled” kitchen with an array of high-end appliances, as well as a large breakfast bar that offers the ideal place for casual dining.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Guillermo Ochoa, who will be playing in his sixth World Cup with Mexico, is considered by many to be the ideal experienced goalkeeper to use during the opener, when nerves are sure to be high.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

It features advanced encryption protocols, a no-logs policy and seamless streaming, making it an ideal choice for browsing on the go.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

For months, they scoured North America in search of the ideal base camp for the biggest, most sprawling World Cup in the 96-year history of the tournament.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

“In those days, weeks, months, years, now decades since 1980, Mount St. Helens has become the master teacher—an ideal lab for volcano studies,” said Carolyn Driedger.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone




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