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worst

Definition for worst

adjective as in most wanting

Strongest match

lowest

Strong matches

bad, inferior, least

Weak match

unfavorable

noun as in disaster

Strongest matches

calamity, catastrophe

Strong matches

destruction, distress, ruin

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Obamacare is, overall, a successful and popular program — the Republicans’ worst nightmare.

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Widespread flooding in another part of Valencia in October 2024 killed more than 200 people, Spain's worst such disaster in decades.

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Similarly, Paul Whitten, founder of tour operator Nashville Adventures, said the key is to expect the worst and then make the necessary preparations, including building in extra time for travel.

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At worst, however, sports is a reflection of how classless people can be.

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They aren’t even going to the playoffs—an embarrassing, stunning collapse that immediately ranks among the worst of the Mets’ many September meltdowns.

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