for the best
idiom
: having or producing a better result
I won't be able to go, but maybe it's (all) for the best. I have a lot of work to do anyway.
: in a way that will achieve the best result
They believe that they are acting for the best.
Examples of for the best in a Sentence
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This product is made for damp hair, so be sure to apply before blow drying for the best results.
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Genevieve Cepeda, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024
Astronomer Dean Regas recommended getting away from city lights and heading north for the best view.
—Enquirer Staff, The Enquirer, 11 May 2024
Be sure to binge on our picks for the best budget laptops for 2024.
—K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 10 May 2024
Cooking the pasta: Cook the pasta in salted water, just until al dente, for the best flavor and texture.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 9 May 2024
According to a news release from the network, Kentucky ranked in the top ten in categories for the best air show and car show.
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 9 May 2024
Because there are only four power leagues (ACC, Big 12, Big Ten and SEC), the fifth spot is reserved for the best team in the Group of Five, as determined by the playoff selection committee.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 8 May 2024
The event will also include a De Niro trivia night, a De Niro Hero Sandwich Competition (in which bodegas battle for the best De Niro sandwich), and digital activations.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 8 May 2024
Then skim for the best value over a certain timeframe.
—Mark Ellwood, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2024
Genevieve Cepeda, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024
Astronomer Dean Regas recommended getting away from city lights and heading north for the best view.
—Enquirer Staff, The Enquirer, 11 May 2024
Be sure to binge on our picks for the best budget laptops for 2024.
—K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 10 May 2024
Cooking the pasta: Cook the pasta in salted water, just until al dente, for the best flavor and texture.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 9 May 2024
According to a news release from the network, Kentucky ranked in the top ten in categories for the best air show and car show.
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 9 May 2024
Because there are only four power leagues (ACC, Big 12, Big Ten and SEC), the fifth spot is reserved for the best team in the Group of Five, as determined by the playoff selection committee.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 8 May 2024
The event will also include a De Niro trivia night, a De Niro Hero Sandwich Competition (in which bodegas battle for the best De Niro sandwich), and digital activations.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 8 May 2024
Then skim for the best value over a certain timeframe.
—Mark Ellwood, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2024
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“For the best.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20the%20best. Accessed 28 May. 2024.
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