: being, relating to, or based on a projection of future events that assumes only the best possible circumstances
a best-case scenario

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Due to the litany of disruptions in the area since the start of the war, a recovery of ocean supply chain networks would be put at mid-September 2026 in a best-case scenario. Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 22 June 2026 If Paraguay tries to cover both fullbacks, gaps start appearing centrally for Balogun and Pulisic — which is a best-case scenario! Charlie Davies, New York Times, 12 June 2026 In a best-case scenario, the geopolitical backdrop cools and oil prices retreat, allowing the Fed to wait for the recent inflation spike to moderate. Fred Imbert, CNBC, 5 June 2026 Today, the property is a best-case example of the magic that happens when old meets new. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for best-case

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First Known Use

1972, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of best-case was in 1972

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“Best-case.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/best-case. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.

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