with the best of them
Just as well as anyone else. Don't underestimate him—he can play guitar with the best of them.
with the best of them
As well as anyone, as in Donna can pitch a ball with the best of them. This idiom was first recorded in 1748.
with the best of them
as well or as much as anyone. 2000 DVD Verdict Lewis is cold, arrogant, even violent, but can turn on the charm and tinkle the ivories with the best of them.
with the ˈbest of them
as well as anybody: She may be seventy, but she can get up and dance with the best of them!