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
Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Some of those nods included best picture, best sound and a best leading actor nomination for Chalamet.
—Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
Serengeti, Tanzania Fancy running a marathon with a spectacular backdrop that more than bests any city’s skyscrapers?
—Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 21 Aug. 2025
Krysta Escobar, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
The drone also features a new 48-mm Med-Tele mode, which is a zoom feature besting what was previously available in the DJI's Mini Pro line.
—New Atlas, 17 Sep. 2025
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Noun
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
Some of those nods included best picture, best sound and a best leading actor nomination for Chalamet.
—Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
Verb
Two editors selected it as the overall best.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
Serengeti, Tanzania Fancy running a marathon with a spectacular backdrop that more than bests any city’s skyscrapers?
—Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 21 Aug. 2025
Adjective
But the fund is up roughly 26% since the beginning of the year, besting the iShares’ ETF performance.
—Krysta Escobar, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
The drone also features a new 48-mm Med-Tele mode, which is a zoom feature besting what was previously available in the DJI's Mini Pro line.
—New Atlas, 17 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for best
Noun
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The film’s leading ladies, Teyana Taylor and Chase Infininti, turned to the runway for their attire, while Regina Hall opted for an edgy take on the classic little black dress.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
22 Sep. 2025
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Prince cranked out a new album each year from 1978 to 1981, earning increasingly warm critical response as well as notice for his often outrageous lyrics and attire.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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But the immediacy of One Battle After Another—with its ICE-like detention camps, unlawful militias storming American streets, and elites who promote white supremacy in closed-door meetings—was intended to embellish the spirit of Vineland rather than undermine it.—
Rory Doherty,
Time,
26 Sep. 2025
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These upper-crust elites are ones we’re meant, at the end of the day, to sympathize with and root for.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This spotlight on the art and craft of visual effects explores how VFX teams work in close collaboration with directors, producers, and heads of department – across costume, production design, cinematography, stunts, and performance – to bring stories to life.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
22 Sep. 2025
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Jennifer Brawn Gittings designed costumes, Carolina Ortiz Herrera designed lighting and UptownWorks designed sound and composition.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The company released a more expensive version of its subscription-fee offering in the EU in 2023, but was slapped with a €200 million ($232 million) fine in April after regulators argued the model still breached the bloc’s digital antitrust rules and didn’t offer users a genuine free choice.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
26 Sep. 2025
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Since then, what counts as a good (virtuous) choice versus a bad (unvirtuous) one has become less and less clearly defined.—
Sophia Rosenfeld
September 26,
Literary Hub,
26 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The junior quarterback went 5-for-8 passing with 146 yards, while adding 59 yards rushing to go with three total touchdowns as Springfield Central defeated a Catholic Conference nemesis, 28-20.—
Brendan Connelly,
Boston Herald,
27 Sep. 2025
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Cleopatra was born in Alexandria in 69 BC, crowned queen at the age of 18 and died in 30 BC after being defeated by Octavian, also known as Emperor Augustus and the founder of the Roman Empire, during the Battle of Actium in 31 BC.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Layer with a stylish barn jacket for a more sophisticated look, or wear it by itself for brunch on the patio with friends.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
21 Sep. 2025
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Espadrilles Ballet flats have made a comeback in Paris as a fall wardrobe essential, but chic espadrilles are another style, which designers like Chanel and Chloé have given a very stylish (and pricey) spin to the seasonal staple.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Her bravery was recognized by the paramedics, too, who put the 7-year-old forward for a bravery award, which her school presented to her in May of this year.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Sep. 2025
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In addition to those who were shot, four other patrons were injured, and officials say the tragedy could have been much worse if not for the bravery of those who intervened.—
Lauren Mascarenhas,
CNN Money,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Remove parchment circle from top of pie.—
Staff Author,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Sep. 2025
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Store in a freezer-safe zip-top bag or airtight container, and label and date before freezing.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
28 Sep. 2025
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“Best.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/best. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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