Has only the best intentions Crossword Clue

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BEST (noun)
1. Canadian physiologist (born in the United States) who assisted F. G. Banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978)
2. the person who is most outstanding or excellent; someone who tops all others
BEST (adjective)
1. (comparative and superlative of `well’) wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable
2. (superlative of `good’) having the most positive qualities
BEST (adverb)
1. from a position of superiority or authority
BEST (verb)
1. get the better of
ONLY (adverb)
1. without any others being included or involved
2. and nothing more
ONLY (adjective)
1. being the only one; single and isolated from others
2. exclusive of anyone or anything else

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