Everyday English

best-case scenario

most favourable outcome

The best-case scenario is the most favourable result that could possibly happen.

B2 common speech & writing

expression

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When will the doctor call?

In the best-case scenario, she will call this afternoon.

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The best-case scenario is that we finish the project by Thursday.

The mistake everyone makes

Not: The best scenario case is that we finish by Thursday.

Say: The best-case scenario is that we finish by Thursday.

Keep the fixed order “best-case scenario”; do not reverse it as “best scenario case.”

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How it fits in a sentence.

the best-case scenario is that...; in the best-case scenario

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The best-case scenario is that we finish the project by Thursday.

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best-case scenario

most favourable outcome

“The best-case scenario is that we finish the project by Thursday.”

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