What does for the best mean?

phr. If something is for the best, it may seem bad now but will lead to a better outcome later.

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If something is for the best, it may seem bad now but will lead to a better outcome later.

Even though it was hard to move away, it was for the best.

If something is for the best, it may seem bad now but will lead to a better outcome later.