Examples of suitable in a Sentence
The dress was a suitable choice.
We upgraded the computer to make it suitable to our needs.
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What began as restaurateur Jenn Saesue’s journey to find a suitable birthday cake for her husband has now turned into a first-of-its-kind new venture in New York.
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Leigh Nordstrom, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025
Quince is a one-stop shop for luxurious yet affordable joggers, hoodies, jumpsuits, and more seasonal staples, suitable for both relaxation and going out.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Sep. 2025
Responses are for informational purposes only and individuals should consider whether any general recommendation in these responses are suitable for their particular circumstances based on investment objectives, financial situation and needs.
—Steve Hruby, Cincinnati Enquirer, 22 Sep. 2025
Not all carry-ons are suitable for use on a hiking trail, and not all hiking packs should be used as a carry-on.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2025
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Leigh Nordstrom, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025
Quince is a one-stop shop for luxurious yet affordable joggers, hoodies, jumpsuits, and more seasonal staples, suitable for both relaxation and going out.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Sep. 2025
Responses are for informational purposes only and individuals should consider whether any general recommendation in these responses are suitable for their particular circumstances based on investment objectives, financial situation and needs.
—Steve Hruby, Cincinnati Enquirer, 22 Sep. 2025
Not all carry-ons are suitable for use on a hiking trail, and not all hiking packs should be used as a carry-on.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2025
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“Suitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/suitable. Accessed 26 Sep. 2025.
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suitable
adjective
suit·able
ˈsüt-ə-bəl 
1
: adapted to a use or purpose
food suitable for human consumption
2
: being fit or right for a use or group
clothes suitable to the occasion
a movie suitable for children
3
: qualified sense 1, capable
looking for a suitable replacement
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