Everyday English

do your best

try as hard as possible

To try as hard as you can to achieve something.

B1 very common speech & writing

expression

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What if I make a mistake?

Don't panic; do your best and answer honestly.

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I know the interview is difficult, but just do your best.

The mistake everyone makes

Not: Make your best in the exam.

Say: Do your best in the exam.

The fixed phrase uses "do," not "make."

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How it fits in a sentence.

do your best; did my best; do their best

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I know the interview is difficult, but just do your best.

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do your best

try as hard as possible

“I know the interview is difficult, but just do your best.”

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