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.
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But Paige makes decisions that are only for the best with both parties.
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According to Haack, that was ultimately for the best.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 29 Jan. 2025
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Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 3 Feb. 2025
But Paige makes decisions that are only for the best with both parties.
—Liza Esquibias, People.com, 3 Feb. 2025
According to Hopper data, the booking window for the best fares for international trips is quickly closing, but for domestic flights, the ideal window is typically three to six weeks before departure.
—Zach Wichter, USA TODAY, 31 Jan. 2025
According to Haack, that was ultimately for the best.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 29 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for for the best
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“For the best.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20the%20best. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.
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