Expressions used in Everyday Spoken English in Social and Professional contexts
cream of the crop
cream of the crop
Meaning(s)
1) nothing better, best of the best
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choose from the cream of the crop
Analysis
Something which is 'the cream of the crop' is the best choice or most recommended in a selection of things or people. This idiom indicates something of high quality. This expression can be used in social and professional contexts and is similar in meaning to the phrase 'the best of the best.'
Social Examples (Basic)
The jeweller insisted these gemswere the cream of the cropand that we wouldn't find anything more beautiful.
The wealthy man always chose his horses from thecream of the cropand bought only from breeders he trusted.
Professional Examples (Basic)
After a thorough screening and interviewing, the applicants that remained were the cream of the crop.
The conference brought together the cream of the crop in digital marketing experts.