best man

NOUN

bridegroom's attendant

Synonyms

WEAK

bridesman groomsman paranymph

Example Sentences

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He had been in the lead when the race entered its final 10 laps, more than half a second ahead of Pato O’Ward—his rival on track, and the best man at his wedding.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

"It's everyone's race and you have just got to give your best, and the best man wins," Kopke said.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

“Everything out here is earned … may the best man win!’ she shouted.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

"I like to challenge myself against the best. We're going to go to war and the best man will win," Paul said last month.

From Barron's • Dec. 17, 2025

Ah’m gone right now tuh pick me uh job uh work wid de best man on de muck.

From "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston