Are you trying to hyphenate bests? Unfortunately it cannot be hyphenated because it only contains one syllable.
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The supreme effort one can make They did their best |
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The person who is most outstanding or excellent Someone who tops all others He could beat the best of them |
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Canadian physiologist (born in the United States) who assisted F. G. Banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978) |
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Get the better of The goal was to best the competition |
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(superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities The best film of the year The best solution The best time for planting Wore his best suit |
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(comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable It would be better to speak to him The White House thought it best not to respond |
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In a most excellent way or manner He played best after a couple of martinis |
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It would be sensible You'd best stay at home |
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From a position of superiority or authority Father knows best I know better. |