best of
The phrase "best of" is versatile, often used to describe excellence, compilations, or optimal outcomes in various contexts.
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Definition
B2Sports
(competition)A series where the winner is determined by who wins the majority of games or matches.
Example
- The team won the championship in a best of seven series.
B2Music and Entertainment
(compilation)A collection of the most notable works by an artist or group.
Example
- They released a best of album featuring their greatest hits.
A2General Usage
(informal)Wishing someone the most favorable outcome.
Example
- I wish you the best of luck in your new job.
B1Friendships
(informal)Describing a very close and strong relationship.
Example
- They have been the best of friends since childhood.
B2Idiomatic Expressions
(idiom)Used in phrases to indicate the highest level of belief, knowledge, or recollection.
Example
- To the best of my knowledge, the meeting is still on schedule.
B1General Usage
(idiom)Making an unsatisfactory situation as good as possible.
Example
- Even though it rained during our vacation, we made the best of it.
B2General Usage
(idiom)Having all the advantages of two different things without any disadvantages.
Example
- Living in the city but having a country house gives them the best of both worlds.
Similar
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