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best of the best

NOUN
cream of the crop
Synonyms
WEAK
aristocracy beau monde beautiful people cream of society cream of the cream crème de la crème haut monde high society pick of the litter privileged class smart set the elite the finest the privileged upper class upper crust

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The tournament is supposed to bring together the best of the best in football - players, coaches and officials.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

What we’re looking for is the best of the best, and specifically the best Shiite religious scholars.

From Slate • Mar. 11, 2026

Players are selected based on their grade-point averages and leadership skills, among other attributes, honoring the best of the best.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026

“Breaking Bad” and “The Wire” are among the best of the best TV shows, but I can only imagine sadists watching either for a mood boost.

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026

After all, they were the best of the best.

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray

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