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the best

ADJECTIVE
sterling
Synonyms
STRONGEST
admirable excellent first-rate magnificent marvelous outstanding splendid stunning
STRONG
choice fine grand superior
WEAK
exquisite pure very best
Antonyms
STRONGEST
bad inferior insignificant ordinary poor regular ugly unworthy
ADJECTIVE
top-drawer
Synonyms
WEAK
blue-chip excellent first-class first-rate top-flight top-hole top-notch
NOUN
pick of the litter
Synonyms
WEAK
apple of one's eye champion choice cream cream of the crop crème de la crème darling dearest favorite lap dog pet preference prime prize the top of the heap

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His knowledge of the best strategies for various markets is encyclopedic, and it is backed by rigorous benchmark analysis.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“I feel the best I have felt now, because I understand they’re connected,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

But that one crucial defeat showed just how difficult it is for England to qualify for major tournaments and why they cannot afford an 'off day' against the best teams.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Artan is considered one of the best referees in Africa, having officiated in the Somali national football league championship and at the African Cup of Nations.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The regional airport is probably cozy under the best of circumstances, and this is far from that.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

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