as best

phrase

: as well, skillfully, or accurately as
Try to do it as best you can.

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With host Alex Cooper, Thorne discussed her Disney Channel days, saying she and Zendaya had been pitted against each other while co-starring as best friends on Shake It Up. Bethy Squires, Vulture, 5 Aug. 2026 Kelce’s Happy Gilmore 2 costar Adam Sandler officiated the ceremony, which saw the singer’s brother, Austin, serve as her man of honor, while the Kansas City Chief’s brother, Jason, served as best man. Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Aug. 2026 Nets, Disruptions, and Camouflage Close reading, however, reveals a few telling details about what the Pentagon views as best practices for stopping and killing drones. Zita Ballinger Fletcher, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026 Spanish captain Rodri was crowned the Golden Ball winner as best player, while goalkeeper Unai Simón won the Golden Glove after conceding just one goal during Spain’s eight games. Peter Weber, TheWeek, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for as best

Word History

First Known Use

1543, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of as best was in 1543

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“As best.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/as%20best. Accessed 11 Aug. 2026.

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