as best one can
as best (one) can
To the best of one's abilities or by whatever means are available or possible. He's helping as best he can—you don't need to criticize him so much. I'm doing as best I can with these centerpieces, but I'm afraid they still won't be done in time.
See also: can
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
as best one can
To the ultimate of one's ability, as in We'll have to get along without it as best we can [Mid-1800s] Also see do one's best.
See also: can, one
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
- as best (one) can
- as best you can
- best do
- (had) best (do something)
- give it (one's) best shot
- give it one's best shot
- put one's best foot forward, to
- bring out the best in
- bring out the best in (one)
- bring out the best in somebody