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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
CBS News, 27 Dec. 2025
David debuted to in second place to $22 million from 3,119 theaters in a company-best for Angel after earning an A CinemaScore.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 21 Dec. 2025
Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 9 Jan. 2026
In a Cape and Islands League matchup, Burke Lombardi led with 19 points and Vallon Jeanty chipped in with 18 as Nantucket bested Cape Cod Academy, 70-50.
—Brian Roach, Boston Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
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
Noun
In his seventh start since Penn State lost Drew Allar to an injury, Grunkemeyer completed 23 of 34 passes, setting career bests for completions and attempts.
—CBS News, 27 Dec. 2025
David debuted to in second place to $22 million from 3,119 theaters in a company-best for Angel after earning an A CinemaScore.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 21 Dec. 2025
Verb
The Yankees were recently reminded of that, as the Cubs bested their offer for ex-Marlin Edward Cabrera.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 9 Jan. 2026
In a Cape and Islands League matchup, Burke Lombardi led with 19 points and Vallon Jeanty chipped in with 18 as Nantucket bested Cape Cod Academy, 70-50.
—Brian Roach, Boston Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for best
Noun
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The following day will have a welcome party, which can range from a casual get-together to a cocktail attire affair.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
20 Jan. 2026
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Claudia also weighed in on Nicola’s bridal attire for her April 2022 nuptials to Brooklyn.—
Ariana Quihuiz,
PEOPLE,
20 Jan. 2026
Noun
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For 35 years Brazilian political elites have viewed nuclear armament as both unnecessary and counterproductive, given Brazil’s peaceful foreign policy, emphasis on multilateralism, and the Tlatelolco Treaty making Latin America a nuclear-weapons-free zone.—
Oliver Stuenkel,
Time,
9 Jan. 2026
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The elite-to-college gymnastics transition is easier said than done.—
Benjamin Royer,
Daily News,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The Le Bop Marcella Barrel Pants fit the bill, featuring a stylish cropped length, horseshoe silhouette, and discreet covered elastic waistband.—
Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
14 Jan. 2026
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Beautifully made hats, faux furs, and winter knits are stylish perennials in the cold-weather wardrobes of chic Italian women.—
Nneya Richards,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Tisdale French shared a video trying on her old HSM costumes.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
21 Jan. 2026
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Ubwdu Lace Ballet Sneakers These sneakers feel like a subtle nod to the balletcore trend without going full costume.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2026
Noun
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An individual was seen on CCTV footage inside of the synagogue wearing a hooded top and pouring liquid from what appeared to be a gasoline container.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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Store cosmetics, glasses, and jewelry in the bathroom or on a dresser top.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
13 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The last meeting happened in the NFC championship game in the 2022 season, where the Eagles defeated the Niners 31-7 before falling to the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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The Mean Green's best football season ever wasn't even over before the major figures from that team left, or announced their intentions to bounce ASAP; when the season did end, moments after North Texas defeated San Diego State to win the New Mexico Bowl, is when the great Denton flood began.—
Mac Engel Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Arkansas Online,
11 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Her hairstylist gave tendril lovers an idea for a whole new way to wear one, tucking Grande's bangs behind a section of hair left loose not from her hairline but a bit farther back—still elegant, but a bit more playful and creative.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
12 Jan. 2026
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Lopez accessorized with diamond earrings and wore her hair in an elegant updo.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The people of Israel, and the entire world, stand in awe of the immense bravery of Iran's citizens.—
Rachel Wolf,
FOXNews.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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Many of us could benefit by mimicking her bravery and attitude toward a society not necessarily built for us.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Jan. 2026
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