make the most of
Related to make the most of: set out, for the most part, up to par, refer to, in line with, in connection with
make the most of (oneself)
To try as hard as one can to be successful; to realize all of one's potential. You might be a lot happier if you made the most of yourself, instead of just sitting here all day playing video games.
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make the most of (something)
To deal with and create the best possible outcome of a bad, unfortunate, or unpleasant situation or set of circumstances. I know this data entry job isn't what you wanted for a career, but for the time being try and make the most of it. We weren't expecting to have to share our timeshare with others, but there's nothing we can do about it now, so we'd better make the most of our vacation.
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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
make the most of something
to make something appear as good as possible; to exploit something; to get as much out of something as is possible. Mary knows how to make the most of her talents. They designed the advertisements to make the most of the product's features.
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McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
make the most of
Use to the greatest advantage, as in She planned to make the most of her trip to Europe, or The class quickly made the most of the teacher's absence. This expression was first recorded in 1526.
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The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
make the most of
To use to the greatest advantage.
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American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
- make the most of (oneself)
- make the most of yourself, himself, etc.
- at odds with the world
- at (one's) doorstep
- at doorstep
- (from) top to toe
- cheer up
- at expense
- at somebody's expense
- at someone's expense