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One of the best there is vs One of the best there are

The correct phrase to use is 'one of the best there is.' The phrase 'there is' agrees with the singular noun 'one.'
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One of the best there is

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that something or someone is among the best available. 'There is' agrees with the singular noun 'one.'

Examples:

  • He is one of the best there is in the business.
  • This restaurant is one of the best there is in the city.
  • She is one of the best there is at problem-solving.
  • The company is one of the best there is in customer service.
  • The book is one of the best there is on the subject.
  • Dings' planned new home will be 'one of the best' there is. By The Bristol Post | Posted: February 20, 2015. By Steve Hill. An artist's impression of how the ...
  • Are you one of the best or do you want to become one of the best? There is no margin for error in high tower, high voltage, "T-Line" work. This catalog is where ...
  • Sunnyvale, CA. “Excellent- the clients absolutely love it! The workshop is wonderful (one of the best there is) and definitely...” more. Darolyn O'Donnell, C.T.R.S.
  • May 8, 2015 ... There are a lot of places for burgers in New York City but Mark Burgers along St Mark's Place has to be one of the best. There is usually a ...

One of the best there are

This phrase is incorrect. 'There are' does not agree with the singular noun 'one.'

  • Jun 13, 2013 ... What made it one of the best: There are some episodes of Mad Men that cram an awful lot of symbolism crammed into an hour. In fact, one ...
  • Apr 3, 2015 ... While there's no shortage of ways to experience Mt. Rainier, camping is one of the best. There are a variety of camping experiences to be had ...
  • Apr 3, 2015 ... While there's no shortage of ways to experience Mt. Rainier, camping is one of the best. There are a variety of camping experiences to be had ...
  • 5 days ago ... If you want to talk about freestanding stores, Stein Mart is one of the best. There are definitely many department stores that feature such an ...

Alternatives:

  • one of the best there is
  • one of the best available
  • one of the top choices
  • one of the finest
  • one of the greatest

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