| Rating | Solver | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| UTMOST | Best | |
| FAVOURED | Best-liked | |
| LOVELIEST | Best-looking | |
| MOST | Best | |
| FINEST | Best | |
| OPTIMUM | Best | |
| BETTERMOST | Best. | |
| STAR PLAYER | Best performer | |
| RUNNER UP | Second-best (6-2) | |
| DEAREST | Best loved | |
| ABLEST | Best qualified | |
| FAVOUR | Like best | |
| CLOSEST | Best (friend) | |
| NEATEST | Best organised | |
| RECORD | Best achievement | |
| CHOICEST | Best quality | |
| STARPLAYER | Best performer | |
| GLADRAGS | Best clothes | |
| HIGHLIGHT | Best part | |
| MILDEST | Best tempered | |
| PATIENT | Best tempered | |
| BIBLE | Best seller | |
| ULTRA | Very best | |
| ELITE | Very best | |
| CREAM | Best part | |