best end

British

noun

the end of the neck of lamb, pork, etc, nearest to the ribs

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Who got the best end of the deal?

From Los Angeles Times

"With that in mind, I believe this bill provides an opportunity to develop the very best end of life care, conversations and choice with 'gold standard' training."

From BBC

I want the best end product and I like being efficient, so it makes sense.

From Los Angeles Times

So, if you have a few eggplants on hand, here are your top tips for the best end result: nothing squishy, soggy, bitter or unappetizing here.

From Salon

UN development programme administrator Achim Steiner said: "The best end to the story will be when that oil actually is sold and leaves the region altogether."

From BBC

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