best in show
Americannoun
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an award to the dog, cat, or other animal judged best of all breeds in a competition.
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the animal that wins such an award.
Example Sentences
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"Lanterns bring cheer, light and hope. Without them, life is sad," David, 41, whose 2024 entry won best in show, said of the craft.
From Barron's ● Dec. 19, 2025
At 2024’s Northwest Cider Cup, this rosé-like cider from Oregon won best in show.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 25, 2025
A whippet from Venice in Italy has been named best in show at the 2025 Crufts dog show in Birmingham.
From BBC ● Mar. 9, 2025
Ms Raymond, a third generation dog breeder who lives just three miles from the NEC, said: "We all dream of winning best in show at Crufts."
From BBC ● Mar. 5, 2025
Look at these two sentences: Buster’s bulldog, which had one white ear, won best in show.
From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner
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