1
as in attire
dressy clothing
the family wore their best to the wedding
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2
as in elite
individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class
only the best will go on to the finals
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as in to worst
to achieve a victory over
at last she's bested her card-playing mother at the game of hearts
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Recent Examples of best
Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 26 Mar. 2025
Cameras also caught Braun giving Ward a kiss at their table after Succession won best drama series at Critics Choice Awards the same month.
—Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 18 Sep. 2025
Two editors selected it as the overall best.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
Hannah Kirby, jsonline.com, 15 Oct. 2025
In that regard, she is bested only by the Beatles, who had 19 LPs reach the ranking’s summit.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2025
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Noun
The film picked up a total of five awards at the ceremony, including best picture, best director, original screenplay and editing.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 26 Mar. 2025
Cameras also caught Braun giving Ward a kiss at their table after Succession won best drama series at Critics Choice Awards the same month.
—Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Verb
Overall, Moniak has posted personal bests in games (127), runs (57), hits (109), triples (eight), homers (22) and RBIs (65) in 2025.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 18 Sep. 2025
Two editors selected it as the overall best.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
Adjective
In the Crew's first two games of the NLCS, at home, they were bested by the Los Angeles Dodgers.
—Hannah Kirby, jsonline.com, 15 Oct. 2025
In that regard, she is bested only by the Beatles, who had 19 LPs reach the ranking’s summit.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for best
Noun
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Beneath the midi frock, Costa’s design included lacy leggings to further accentuate the look and provide a touch of illusion and intrigue to Stewart’s attire.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
27 Oct. 2025
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The defense argued there is a risk of prejudice if the public and potential jurors repeatedly see Robinson in jail attire.—
Jenna Sundel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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When healthy, Darrisaw has been among the elite left tackles in the NFL.—
Max Dible,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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These ranged from the aristocratic elite who dominated the military and bureaucracy and yearned for a return to monarchy, to communists who sought proletarian rule, to the National Socialists who wanted to establish a right-wing dictatorship.—
Time,
Time,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Hubert de Givenchy collaborated with costume designer Edith Head to bring Holly’s now-iconic black boatneck dress to life.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
27 Oct. 2025
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Roan’s costumes are as central a component to her stardom as her music.—
Katie Weisman,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Vernengo said the reclassification of drug dealers as terrorists has led many in the region to assume that there is a push for a possible invasion of Venezuela, whose neighbors have no choice but to have a relationship with the United States.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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With fewer families able to afford lessons and operating costs on the rise, Jackson has had to make difficult choices just to keep his doors open.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Glo clearly brought good luck to the game, seeing as the Raptors defeated the Hawks 138-118.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
24 Oct. 2025
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In these sparsely populated spaces, the mountain always defeats the human, instilling a deep respect for the environment.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Or, keep scrolling to see other stylish toiletry bags available from Quince.—
Michelle Baricevic,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Oct. 2025
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Ebern Designs Propane Fire Pit Extend patio season through fall and winter with this stylish fire pit.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The seven pillars of society—wisdom, love, respect, bravery, honesty, humility, and truth—aren’t just words carved into sacred walls.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
24 Oct. 2025
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Pippa’s bravery and resilience have captured plenty of attention online, as internet users have rallied to support the sweet pup.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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The backing from Washington came on top of Argentina’s $20 billion program with the International Monetary Fund that began in April.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
27 Oct. 2025
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Trump travels to Tokyo on Monday to meet new Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi, and sorting out this confusion will no doubt be at the top of her agenda.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Best.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/best. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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