in the best light

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: in a way that makes someone or something appear in the best way

She tried to explain her behavior in the best light possible.

Examples of in the best light in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The league wants its teams showcased in the best light, and Disney wants its characters to shine. — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 16 July 2026

The footage doesn’t exactly paint Timberlake in the best light, particularly considering his staunch denials that he was intoxicated. — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 23 Mar. 2026

Even the stories that don’t paint you in the best light are the most powerful for the audience. — Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025

Images of your work setup without an inspiring message, generic rambles that don't connect, and anything that doesn't portray you in the best light wastes everyone's time. — Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025

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