Working from home gives me the best of both worlds.
best of both worlds
idiom A2
A combination of two seemingly contradictory benefits.
Origin
first recorded 18th c. disputed originEchoes the philosophical idea of 'the best of all possible worlds' (Leibniz, satirised in Voltaire's Candide, 1759); here meaning the joys of two different worlds at once.
Living in the city but near the park offers the best of both worlds for my family.
By choosing a hybrid career, she enjoys the best of both worlds: the stability of a salary and the freedom of being her own boss.
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as best one can
In the best possible way, given one's circumstances and abilities.
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best bet
The best proposal or plan.
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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.
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best of the bunch
The best or most preferred person or item within a group.
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best pleased
displeased, upset, disgruntled
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best regards
Used as a polite closing of a letter
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best thing since sliced bread
Alternative form of greatest thing since sliced bread.
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best thing since sliced pan
Alternative form of greatest thing since sliced bread.