second best

Example Sentences

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“The second best time to vlog … is after 48 hours of work and travel with no sleep,” he joked in one late-night video, “I think that’s how the saying goes.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

It’s a bit like that saying: The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago; the second best time is now.

From Salon • Jan. 27, 2026

The Dallas-based airline had the fewest customer complaints and tarmac delays, and was second best in on-time arrivals and the rate of canceled flights.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

However, Prendergast came off second best shortly afterwards as Len Ikitau got the better of him in going over to score a try.

From Barron's • Nov. 15, 2025

“He’s not a stranger. He’s easily my second best friend.”

From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green