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Second best
01
druhý nejlepší, druhé místo
the competitor who finishes second
02
druhá nejlepší varianta, druhá nejlepší volba
an alternative that is not as fulfilling or desirable as other options that one has
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "second best" and when to use it?
The idiom "second best" originated from the notion of ranking options or choices in terms of preference or desirability. The term "second best" refers to an alternative that falls short in comparison to other options, lacking the qualities or fulfillment provided by a superior choice. It implies that while the alternative may still have some merit or value, it is not the ideal or optimal selection. In other words, this idiom is commonly used to express the idea of settling for a less desirable option when the preferred choice is unavailable or unattainable.
Example
I wanted to buy the latest smartphone, but due to budget constraints, I settled for a second-best model.
Chtěl jsem si koupit nejnovější smartphone, ale kvůli rozpočtovým omezením jsem se spokojil s druhou nejlepší volbou.
Sarah was disappointed when she did n't get the lead role in the play; instead, she was given the second-best part.
Sára byla zklamaná, když nedostala hlavní roli v divadelní hře; místo toho jí byla svěřena druhá nejlepší varianta.
