make the best of
make the best of
Meaning
- to look for a positive side of a seemingly negative situation
- a situation that is not favourable but has to be accepted
- something that cannot be controlled or changed and hence is accepted as it is
Example Sentences
- The sun was shining so he made the best of his day and went to the beach with his family.
- I make the best of what I have because hiring people at such close proximities is no longer feasible for my business.
- To make the best of the situation is the first sign of a successful human being.
- Although she was reluctant, when she got a better job then she decided to make the best of it and took the offer.
- I did not want to move to the other city initially but now that the situation demands it, I have decided to make the best of
- She makes the best of dishes with leftover food items.
Origin
The phrase is used in simple English parlance, usually in terms of a job and its revolving situation. The origin as well as first literary use of this phrase cannot be traced specifically.
Synonym
- make the best of a bad job