ideal
Example Sentences
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Clover has been recovering well at the zoo and is getting close to her ideal body weight for her age.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
"Of course, we wanted to stop them getting chances and in an ideal world there are no shots but it was two really good teams going against each other."
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
The American Heart Association recommends limiting sodium intake to no more than 2,300 mg per day, with an ideal target of less than 1,500 mg for most adults, especially those with high blood pressure.
From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026
Fort Worth is ideal for a weekend getaway.
From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026
This gave her an ideal vantage point where she could hide from view but still see everyone passing through the International Arrivals gate.
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
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