[General] take the best of someone?

[leonardoatt]

What is the meaning of "take the best of someone"?
Example:You are trying to take the best of me.:?:

 

[billmcd]

What is the meaning of "take the best of someone"?
Example:You are trying to take the best of me.:?:

To take advantage of a person's vulnerability or good qualities. Sometimes stated as "to get the best...."

 

[leonardoatt]

You mean "abuse someone's weakness or abilities"?

 

[billmcd]

You mean "abuse someone's weakness or abilities"?

"Abuse" might be a little strong in today's vernacular but it could work in some cases.