very best
Example Sentences
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Technical issues with his second serve, and a tendency to play passively against the very best, also let him down.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
"The Knicks, this is New York at its very best right now," said John Patrick Walsh, 65, who comes from a family of fans.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
Consider the above example, but say the investor held an average of 25% of their portfolio in cash while investing the remainder at the very best time each year.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
“We’re going to take the very best care of you.”
From Salon • May 27, 2026
Seven tried her very best to sound brave, but she did not feel brave.
From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega
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