second best
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Trailing Morocco 1-0 and looking decidedly second best, the five-time world champions got back on level terms thanks to a moment of brilliance by Vinicius on the biggest stage of all.
From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2026
With their 12th win in a row, the Knicks matched the second best all-time post-season streak set by the Spurs in 1999.
From BBC ● Jun. 4, 2026
“Chad, the best time to have dropped out would have been a couple of weeks ago, but the second best time is right now.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 3, 2026
Ulster came out second best but there were fleeting positives, from Timoney's blistering start to a superb individual finish from the returning Robert Baloucoune.
From BBC ● May 22, 2026
Well, he was the best so...the second best.
From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds
