make the most of

Idioms and Phrases

Use to the greatest advantage, as in She planned to make the most of her trip to Europe , or The class quickly made the most of the teacher's absence . This expression was first recorded in 1526.

Example Sentences

Let’s make the most of it, no matter how much hope we have.

From Salon

Let’s make the most of it, no matter how much hope we have.

From Salon

“In what could be a 100-year life, I figure I have 20 to 30 years left and I want to make the most of them.”

From New York Times

Jacob Bethell, 21, then continued his eye-catching start to international cricket with a 22-ball fifty and an unbeaten 68, including five sixes, as England seemed to make the most of a flat pitch having lost the toss.

From BBC

Resolved to make the most of it, she made what she says is her “best” band — a punk act with her cousin, a fellow Bom Bom — but her graduation from the program was bittersweet, and Arteaga admits she cried immediately after the showcase.

From Los Angeles Times

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