In civic speeches, leaders often appeal to the better angels of one's nature to call for unity.

When he heard about her promotion, he tried to do one one better by applying for an even higher position.

I've noticed him working better under pressure when project deadlines approach.

He works better under pressure when the team depends on him.

Even though she preferred quiet environments, she worked better under pressure during the final week of the project.

I tend to work better under pressure, so I volunteer for last-minute projects.

A person, against one's better judgment, might lend money to a friend who has already missed payments.

When we found a few canned goods after the storm, we reminded ourselves that something is better than nothing.

In spite of gossip that she was no better than one ought to be, her neighbors relied on her quietly generous nature.

At every family meeting, Grandpa would chuckle and say the grey mare is the better horse, reminding us who really runs the household.