best-before date
Plural
best-before dates
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the date until which a product is expected to remain at its optimal quality, but it may still be consumed after this date
- When shopping for groceries, always check the best-before date to ensure the food is still fresh and safe to consume.
- The yogurt in my fridge had passed its best-before date, so I decided not to eat it.
- Manufacturers print the best-before date on the packaging to indicate the period during which the product maintains its optimal quality.
- The canned soup had a best-before date of December 2023, meaning it should be consumed before the end of the year for best taste and nutritional value.
- Some foods are still safe to eat after the best-before date, but they may not taste as good or have the same texture.