second to none

Idioms and Phrases

The best, as in Mom's chocolate cake is second to none . Shakespeare was among the first to use this term in The Comedy of Errors (5:1), when Angelo speaks warmly of Antipholus of Syracuse: “Of credit infinite, highly belov'd, second to none that lives here.”

Example Sentences

Brandon McCoy, St. John Bosco, 6-4, Jr: His athleticism, competitiveness, defensive toughness are second to none.

From Los Angeles Times

The Dodgers won the National League West every year from 2013-19, replenishing the minor league system and developing a talent pipeline second to none in the industry.

From Los Angeles Times

“This is the most viewed show on earth, and the eyeballs that you're going to get… is second to none.”

From BBC

He’s physical, versatile and has a work ethic second to none.

From Los Angeles Times

"The atmosphere in our dressing room was second to none. It was brilliant."

From BBC