Have/get the best of something
phrase
To receive or be provided with the most desirable or highest quality version of something.
We always get the best of the produce from the local farmers market.
Often appears as...
- get the best of the deal
- have the best of intentions
phrase
To defeat or overcome someone or something; typically refers to a competition or struggle.
His determination to succeed got the best of him and he finally won.
Often appears as...
- emotion got the best of
- doubt got the best of
Usage tips
General,Idiomatic
phrase
To receive or be provided with the most desirable or highest quality version of something.
We always get the best of the produce from the local farmers market.
Often appears as...
- get the best of the deal
- have the best of intentions
phrase
To defeat or overcome someone or something; typically refers to a competition or struggle.
His determination to succeed got the best of him and he finally won.
Often appears as...
- emotion got the best of
- doubt got the best of
Usage tips
General,Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Desirable Quality
Indicates something is the most satisfying or valued in its category.
In this restaurant, you always have the best of wines.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Literal
Can be used figuratively to mean taking advantage of the best aspects of a situation.
By working remotely, I get the best of both worlds: travel and career.
Pro Tip 3/3Subjective Evaluation
What is 'best' can be subjective and depends on personal preference or situation.
You may think it's loud, but I always have the best of times at concerts.
Pro Tip 1/3Desirable Quality
Indicates something is the most satisfying or valued in its category.
In this restaurant, you always have the best of wines.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Literal
Can be used figuratively to mean taking advantage of the best aspects of a situation.
By working remotely, I get the best of both worlds: travel and career.
Pro Tip 3/3Subjective Evaluation
What is 'best' can be subjective and depends on personal preference or situation.
You may think it's loud, but I always have the best of times at concerts.
Pro Tip 1/3Desirable Quality
Indicates something is the most satisfying or valued in its category.
In this restaurant, you always have the best of wines.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Literal
Can be used figuratively to mean taking advantage of the best aspects of a situation.
By working remotely, I get the best of both worlds: travel and career.
Pro Tip 3/3Subjective Evaluation
What is 'best' can be subjective and depends on personal preference or situation.
You may think it's loud, but I always have the best of times at concerts.
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