make the most of

phrase

: to show or use to the best advantage

made the most of her talents

Examples of make the most of in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There’s no shortage of fall-foliage-friendly Airbnbs and vacation rentals across the country, so make the most of your autumnal getaway with an unforgettable stay. — Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Aug. 2026

Another forward who has struggled to make the most of her opportunities is Gotham’s Jordynn Dudley. — Karan Lodha, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

Birdow tallied five TDs in just five games, making the most of limited time. — Charles Baggarly august 26, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2026

But rather than fighting what nature gave us, why not learn to make the most of it? — Laura Solla, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for make the most of

• above
• foxglove
• hereof
• thereof
• whereof
• dove
• glove
• love
• shove
• hereinabove