Meaning of best friend | Babel Free

Definitions

1. An especially close and trusted friend.
2. An object or concept considered very useful or helpful to someone.
   informal
3. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see best, friend.

Equivalents

Examples

“I know you and Virginia are on best-friend terms.”

“A best friend is always there for you, even when no one else is.”

“Being best friends means giving up control and allowing ourselves to become vulnerable.”

“You might even say, the bigger the problem, the greater your creative potential. The problem you're facing is your best friend because it will help to bring out the best in you.”

“As an entrepreneur, a conservative financial outlook is your best friend. Live to fight another day. Running a business also involves a host of legal issues. Talk to some people you respect and trust, get some recommendations, and hire a good lawyer and accountant.”

“An instructor informed us that in battle, your rifle is your best friend.”

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