at one's best

at one's best
at one's best
1. and at its best to the utmost; to the highest degree possible. •

This restaurant serves gourmet food at its best.

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The singer was at her best when she performed ballads.

2. in the best of health; displaying the most civilized behavior. (Often in the negative.) •

He's at his best after a good nap.

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I'm not at my best when I'm angry.

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{prep. phr.} In best form; displaying one's best qualities. * /Tim is at his best when he has had a long swim before a ballgame./ * /Jane rested before the important meeting because she wanted to be at her best./

Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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