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Meaning of The best of us

The most admirable or capable individuals within a group.

In simple words: The best people in a group.

The best of us in a sentence

  • In every team, you can find the best of us striving for excellence.
  • The best of us can often lift up the entire community.
  • During the crisis, the best of us came together to help those in need.
  • We are proud to showcase the best of us at this event.
  • The best of us often lead by example, inspiring others.

How to use The best of us

Often used to signify the most talented or virtuous individuals within a community or organization. Appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a trophy with 'the best of us' written on it, celebrating top talents.

Related words

Collocations with The best of us

  • recognize the best of us
  • celebrate the best of us
  • find the best of us

Synonyms for The best of us

  • the finest
  • the top
  • the elite
  • the cream of the crop
  • the greatest

Common mistakes with The best of us

  • Confused with 'the best of them' which suggests comparison among several individuals.
  • Omitting the article 'the' which alters the meaning.
  • Using it in a negative context, which doesn't fit.

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Frequently asked questions about The best of us

What does The best of us mean?

The best people in a group.

What is the definition of The best of us?

The most admirable or capable individuals within a group.

How do you use The best of us in a sentence?

In every team, you can find the best of us striving for excellence.

Can you give another example of The best of us?

The best of us can often lift up the entire community.

What are synonyms for The best of us?

Common alternatives include the finest, the top, the elite, the cream of the crop, the greatest.

What words go with The best of us?

It commonly pairs with recognize the best of us, celebrate the best of us, find the best of us.

What are common mistakes when using The best of us?

Confused with 'the best of them' which suggests comparison among several individuals. Omitting the article 'the' which alters the meaning. Using it in a negative context, which doesn't fit.

How do you pronounce The best of us?

US: //ðə bɛst əv ʌs//, UK: //ðə bɛst əv ʌs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use The best of us?

Often used to signify the most talented or virtuous individuals within a community or organization. Appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.