for the best
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But as Jack Reacher says, hope for the best, and plan for the worst.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 2, 2026
“We could give them the symphony, but they couldn’t appreciate it because they’re looking for the best drone.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2026
"In my head I am prepared that there might be a leak. But what can we do about it? I will prepare and hope for the best."
From BBC ● Sep. 6, 2026
Oddly enough, after the World Series favorites traded for the best pitcher available, they lost the next six games as part of a seven-game losing streak.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2026
Even so, I thought his silence was for the best.
From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi
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