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Saving the best for last

🇬🇧 UK //ˈseɪvɪŋ ðə bɛst fɔː lɑːst// 🇺🇸 US //ˈseɪvɪŋ ðə bɛst fɔr læst//

Meaning of Saving the best for last

Keeping the most enjoyable or valuable item until the end.

In simple words: Keeping the most enjoyable thing until the end.

Saving the best for last in a sentence

• At the party, she is saving the best for last with her spectacular dance performance.
• We decided on saving the best for last, enjoying the main course before dessert.
• He always believes in saving the best for last when planning a vacation itinerary.
• In her speech, she was saving the best for last to excite the audience.
• By saving the best for last, we kept our guests looking forward to the highlight of the evening.

How to use Saving the best for last

Use in informal and formal contexts when discussing plans or events. It's not suitable for very serious situations.

Grammar pattern

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Memory hint

Think of a delicious dessert saved until the end of a meal.

Related words

Collocations with Saving the best for last

• save it for later
• best part
• last performance
• final act
• culmination of events

Synonyms for Saving the best for last

• last but not least
• saving the best
• final surprise
• sweet ending
• ultimate treat

Common mistakes with Saving the best for last

• Misuse in contexts where all items are equally important.
• Incorrectly used as 'save the best for last' instead of 'saving the best for last'.

Frequently asked questions about Saving the best for last

What does Saving the best for last mean?

Keeping the most enjoyable thing until the end.

What is the definition of Saving the best for last?

Keeping the most enjoyable or valuable item until the end.

How do you use Saving the best for last in a sentence?

At the party, she is saving the best for last with her spectacular dance performance.

Can you give another example of Saving the best for last?

We decided on saving the best for last, enjoying the main course before dessert.

What are synonyms for Saving the best for last?

Common alternatives include last but not least, saving the best, final surprise, sweet ending, ultimate treat.

What words go with Saving the best for last?

It commonly pairs with save it for later, best part, last performance, final act, culmination of events.

What are common mistakes when using Saving the best for last?

Misuse in contexts where all items are equally important. Incorrectly used as 'save the best for last' instead of 'saving the best for last'.

How do you pronounce Saving the best for last?

US: //ˈseɪvɪŋ ðə bɛst fɔr læst//, UK: //ˈseɪvɪŋ ðə bɛst fɔː lɑːst//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Saving the best for last?

Use in informal and formal contexts when discussing plans or events. It's not suitable for very serious situations.