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

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Overlooking the Pacific Coast Highway and the ocean beyond, the modern four-bedroom, six-bathroom home is lined with walls of glass that make the most of the sweeping water views and slide open to unite the indoor and outdoor spaces. — Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2026 The couple curated a full weekend of activities so guests could make the most of their visit to Peru. — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2026 Key Takeaways Show up prepared to make the most of your appointment. — Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 29 Oct. 2026 To make the most of this money, companies need to be able to measure how well their media is working across all channels. — Ivan Guzenko, Forbes.com, 26 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for make the most of

Word History

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of make the most of was in 1588

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“Make the most of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/make%20the%20most%20of. Accessed 3 Nov. 2026.

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