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Put Your Best Foot Forward


What is the origin of that expression? It sounds like it refers to stepping out to dance.

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anna explains in the film. it means, turn out your best, put on a cheerful face and stand firm. or in her words, put on your best clothes and manners etc

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The post-er asked for "origin" of the phrase, not meaning.

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