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as in attire
dressy clothing
the family wore their best to the wedding
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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
Will Lee For The Oregonian/oregonlive, oregonlive, 4 Feb. 2023
He is charged with four counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of Goncalves and her best friend Maddie Mogen, both 21, along with Xana Kernodle, 20, and her boyfriend Ethan Chapin, also 20.
—Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 4 Feb. 2023
Jim Cramer, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2025
Darnold, 27, blew past his career bests with 4,319 passing yards, 35 passing touchdowns and a 102.5 passer rating in leading the Vikings to a 14-3 record and the NFC’s No. 5 seed.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 8 Jan. 2025
Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 1 Mar. 2025
YouTube, which the vast majority of people watch for free, accounted for 10.8% of television viewing in January, again besting Netflix, Disney’s streaming suite and Amazon’s Prime Video in terms of engagement.
—Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
But this past week in Boston has been one of the best of his career.
—Will Lee For The Oregonian/oregonlive, oregonlive, 4 Feb. 2023
He is charged with four counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of Goncalves and her best friend Maddie Mogen, both 21, along with Xana Kernodle, 20, and her boyfriend Ethan Chapin, also 20.
—Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 4 Feb. 2023
Noun
The company unveiled its latest model , called Grok 3, and claims its performance bests OpenAI and DeepSeek in early testing.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2025
Darnold, 27, blew past his career bests with 4,319 passing yards, 35 passing touchdowns and a 102.5 passer rating in leading the Vikings to a 14-3 record and the NFC’s No. 5 seed.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 8 Jan. 2025
Verb
Hilary Swank bested her for the first two, while Natalie Portman and Emma Stone beat her out for the honor for the third and fourth time, respectively.
—Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 1 Mar. 2025
YouTube, which the vast majority of people watch for free, accounted for 10.8% of television viewing in January, again besting Netflix, Disney’s streaming suite and Amazon’s Prime Video in terms of engagement.
—Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for best
Noun
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The Context While the U.S. Senate has traditionally adhered to an unwritten rule requiring business attire, enforcement has varied.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
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Drawing inspiration from classic boxing attire, the designs are reimagined with elevated details, seamlessly blending sport and style for everyday wear.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The guest list read like a who’s-who of Houston’s cultural elite.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
17 Mar. 2025
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Chandler is 2-4 with the UFC, but outside his 2022 matchup against a fading Tony Ferguson, the 38-year-old has only faced the elite of the division.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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These pants remind us so much of Scandinavian style — relaxed, stylish, and elevated.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Mar. 2025
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If your spring involves attending the neighborhood Easter egg hunt or casual outings to the local flower shop, this short-sleeve sweater is a comfortable yet stylish option.—
Michelle Rostamian,
People.com,
8 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Embedded in her designs are flowers, fruits, and intricate patterns inspired by traditional textiles and 19th-century costumes.—
Grace Edquist,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2025
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Warren comes off as shrill and cloying when compared with Julie Andrews' perfect voice and unaffected sweetness, and the high-school-grade set design and categorically ugly costumes are that much more dismal when compared to the vivid production of the 1997 fairy tale.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
4 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Maintaining oral health is not a choice, but a necessity for our overall well-being.—
Khloe Quill,
Fox News,
16 Mar. 2025
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Audiences have no choice but to exist in the theatrical moment, without recourse to linear logic, sententious language or psychological epiphanies.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Mar. 2025
Verb
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In the bantamweight main event, Song Yadong defeated former two-division champion Henry Cejudo via technical decision after an eye poke left Cejudo unable to continue.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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The Cardinals defeated the Washington Nationals in Tuesday's exhibition in Palm Beach, Florida.—
Chantz Martin,
Fox News,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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To Chanel, Naomi Campbell donned an elegant lilac ensemble by the house.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
14 Mar. 2025
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Amazon Essentials Pleated-Shoulder Crewneck Sweater This crewneck sweater gets an elegant update with pleated details at the shoulders.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Passengers huddle to hear the fabled tale of a sailor who fell in love with the ocean, an allegory about bravery, exploration and transformation.—
Josh Rivera,
USA TODAY,
9 Mar. 2025
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Your dignity honors the bravery of the Ukrainian people.—
Rebecca Schneid,
TIME,
1 Mar. 2025
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