(one's) best foot forward
(one's) best foot forward
A phrase used when one is trying to present an ideal version of oneself, typically to try to impress others. Often used in the phrase "put (one's) best foot forward." You really need to put your best foot forward in the interview if you want to get this job.
See also: foot, forward
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
best foot forward
A favorable initial impression: He always has his best foot forward when speaking to his constituents. Put your best foot forward during an employment interview.
See also: foot, forward
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
- best foot forward
- eggs is eggs
- how about
- how/what about...?
- How long is a piece of string?
- from my cold, dead hands
- game on
- I say
- kicking and screaming
- going, going, gone!