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Best to vs Best for

Both "best to" and "best for" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Best to" is used when giving advice or recommendations, while "best for" is used to indicate suitability or compatibility.

Last updated: March 25, 2024 • 728 views

Best to

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when giving advice or recommendations.

Use "best to" when giving advice or recommendations about the most suitable course of action.

Examples:

It's best to start early if you want to finish on time.
It's best to consult a doctor before starting any new exercise routine.

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Best to just shut conroy down.
Best to you in the New Year.
Best to lose five years of your natural - if you don't breathe properly, that is.
Jane Gloriana Villanueva did her very best to avoid conflict.
Try your best to excite me.
Both committees did their best to find proper answers.
We've always been trying our best to keep Korea safe.
I'll do my best to put pressure on the ambassador, bill.
Best to concede defeat and move on.
Best to be avoided if at all possible.
Best to stay clear of Black John right now.
Best to get your wits about you before...
Best to get back into the fight, General.
Best to be done with such thoughts.
Best to check the damage from outside the ship.
Best to avoid them until this has washed away.
Best to just steer clear of him, stick with our plan.
- Best to run if you're nervous.
Best to depart before somebody bursts a colostomy bag.
Best to get your wits about you before...

Alternatives:

It's advisable to
It's recommended to
It's wise to
It's preferable to
It's suggested to

Best for

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate suitability or compatibility.

Use "best for" to indicate what something is most suitable or compatible for.

Examples:

This type of fabric is best for hot weather.
This software is best for graphic design.

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Best for the band, I thought.
Best for Tyrion son of Tywin.
She knows what's best for me.
It's best for jangled nerves.
Best for her if there is going to be a war, anyway.
Best for the most for the least, that was always the principle.
He wants the best for this family.
Tiger Balm works best for bruises.
You never stop to think what's best for you.
We're doing what we think is best for him.
My career is what's best for our son.
Only the best for our boy.
Mothers want what's best for their children.
And being a good mother means doing what's best for your child.
This is what's best for Lucas.
You're what's best for Lucas.
We both wanted what was best for billy.
Only the best for my dog.
He just wants the best for you.
He knows what's best for us.

Alternatives:

Most suitable for
Ideal for
Perfect for
Optimal for
Well-suited for

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