(one's) best foot forward
(one's) best foot forward
A phrase used when one is trying to present an ideal version of oneself, typically to try to impress others. Often used in the phrase "put (one's) best foot forward." You really need to put your best foot forward in the interview if you want to get this job. Now that I'm on probation, I really need to put my best foot forward and show them I can do this job. You guys haven't been dating for very long—I doubt you really know each other. In the honeymoon phase, both people are usually still putting their best foot forward.
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best foot forward
A favorable initial impression: He always has his best foot forward when speaking to his constituents. Put your best foot forward during an employment interview.
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