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Recent Examples of optimal
Creating an optimal growing environment is essential to flowering.
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Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 7 Jan. 2026
Officials with the American Heart Association, however, called for more research on protein consumption and the best sources for optimal health.
—Jonel Aleccia, Chicago Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
Before starting a supplement, consult with your healthcare provider to determine the optimal dosage.
—T'keyah Bazin, Verywell Health, 6 Jan. 2026
For optimal nutrition, limit your juice intake and prioritize whole fruits and vegetables for a fiber boost.
—Caitlin Beale, Health, 5 Jan. 2026
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Under optimum conditions, the coatings can harvest up to 390 mL of water per square metre each day – enough for a 12-square-metre surface to supply the daily drinking needs of one person, according to a press release.—
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Michelle shared that maintaining optimum hair health was paramount to both her and her team.—
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She was found not guilty by reason of insanity in 2006 and was placed in a maximum-security psychiatric center in Texas, where she's resided ever since.—
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For maximum coziness, the Skechers Women’s Cozy Escape Snow Puff Slip-ins are like a hug for your feet, with memory foam cushioning and faux fur trim lining the booties.—
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But the Red Sox destroyed and ended their relationship with their only true power hitter and proven winner for a player who, though an undeniably excellent addition, was here for 117 total games.—
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Transition metal fluorides are widely regarded as promising cathode materials because of their high theoretical voltages and excellent thermal stability.—
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The guest capacity of 3,246 feels delightfully low considering the mind-blowing variety of venues, including nine superb specialty restaurants (love a good steakhouse at sea) and seven that are winners even without an upcharge.—
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The Sofia, by Vagabond Haven, is a superb example of clever space-saving design.—
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Serious shellers know to get to the beach early for prime specimens like sand dollars, whelks, and scallops.—
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With much of the 2026 path of totality crossing oceans and seas, cruise lines are planning extraordinary voyages to deliver passengers to prime viewing points.—
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The Directors Guild of America has named the nominees for its 2025 awards in the outstanding directorial achievement in television, commercials and documentary categories.—
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The Hollywood Reporter snagged a nomination again for outstanding magazine overall coverage in a list that also includes The Advocate, Cosmo, Gaye Magazine, Out, People, Poz, Rolling Stone, Time and Variety.—
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Nowadays, Khloé Kardashian will only accept one very special boy in her bed.—
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The defensive coordinator, who has a special relationship with his longtime pupil, is happy to see Scott on the upswing.—
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Robiskie believes Ryan can get things turned around on the field and create a first-class culture that follows league rules.—
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Starting in February, American Airlines will offer Pecan Lodge to first-class passengers on certain flights as part of its centennial anniversary celebrations.—
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“Optimal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimal. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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