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best bet

idiom
Meaning

The best proposal or plan.


Examples
SIMPLE

Taking the train is your best bet to avoid traffic.

CONTEXTUAL

If you want to arrive on time for the meeting, your best bet is to leave the house early.

COMPLEX

Given the unpredictable nature of the market, your best bet remains a diversified portfolio that minimizes exposure to sudden economic shifts.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    as best one can

    In the best possible way, given one's circumstances and abilities.

  2. 02

    best laid plans

    A proverbial expression used to signify the futility of making detailed plans when the ability to fully or even partially execute them is uncertain.

  3. 03

    best of both worlds

    A combination of two seemingly contradictory benefits.

  4. 04

    best of the bunch

    The best or most preferred person or item within a group.

  5. 05

    best pleased

    displeased, upset, disgruntled

  6. 06

    best regards

    Used as a polite closing of a letter

  7. 07

    best thing since sliced bread

    Alternative form of greatest thing since sliced bread.

  8. 08

    best thing since sliced pan

    Alternative form of greatest thing since sliced bread.

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