do, mean, etc. something for the best
do (something) for the best
To do something with the hope or intention of producing a positive outcome. I did that for the best—I really wasn't trying to hurt your feelings.
mean (something) for the best
To intend for one's actions to produce a positive outcome. I meant that for the best—I really wasn't trying to hurt your feelings.
See also: mean
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
do, mean, etc. something for the ˈbest
do or say something in order to achieve a good result or to help somebody: I just don’t know what to do for the best. I’m sorry if my advice offended you — I meant it for the best.See also: something
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- be not fussed (about someone or something)
- relieve
- relieve (one's) feelings
- relieve your feelings
- hate
- a thin line between love and hate
- agitate
- agitate against
- you have to be cruel to be kind
- a piece of (one's) mind