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best

[best] / bɛst /










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“The tools that people are using to present themselves in the best light possible are the same reason that companies are resorting to these backdoor references.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Through its first decade of existence, MLS had done its best to attract whichever big names it could to fill a few extra seats.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

"It's sort of in your best interest and in the team's interest to keep your mouth shut," he says.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Meanwhile, employers are taking their time in hiring to ensure they are selecting the best candidates.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

According to the best medical theories of his day, Dr. Harlow diagnoses an imbalance of bodily "humors."

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman




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