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as in to correspond
to be in agreement on every point
now that you've explained your absence to me, my records and the office's fit
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as in to adapt
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
I can undo the hem on these old culottes and fit them into a skirt
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as in to equip
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
that final computer course should fit him for a career in programming
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as in to prepare
to make ready in advance
I won't have time to fit the spare room for the guests
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as in case
a sudden experiencing of a physical or mental disorder
without her medication, she'd have an epileptic fit
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as in burst
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
helpless fits of laughter from the audience
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as in scene
an outburst or display of excited anger
found out what his wife had spent on clothes and threw a fit
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as in suitable
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
clothing that is fit for horseback riding
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as in go
being in a state of fitness for some experience or action
fit for military service
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as in available
capable of or suitable for being used for a particular purpose
I don't think those bald tires are fit for winter driving
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as in healthy
enjoying health and vigor
eat well and stay fit
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as in qualified
having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance
need to hire someone whose language skills make them fit for the job
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Recent Examples of fit
Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 13 June 2025
Their dramatic shape is engineered for durability despite their soft gold structure, with lug holes meticulously fitted with strong titanium inner sleeves for strength and versatility.
—Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 13 June 2025
Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2025
Quote Will Excite Detroit Fans To that end, the Lions have been urged to consider and named the best fit to land a very familiar face.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 June 2025
Simon Johnson, New York Times, 13 June 2025
High-Rise Tight $98 Lululemon Nothing’s more annoying than having to fidget with your ’fit mid-workout because your leggings keep slipping down.
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 12 June 2025
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Verb
The nation’s fathers spent a lot of time watching the NBA playoffs in May, along with shows like The Last of Us, Andor, NCIS and The Rookie that seem to fit the profile of Dad Television.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 13 June 2025
Their dramatic shape is engineered for durability despite their soft gold structure, with lug holes meticulously fitted with strong titanium inner sleeves for strength and versatility.
—Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 13 June 2025
Noun
Made with a double-tiered ruffle sleeve, this summer top has a relaxed fit and can be worn tucked into your shorts or loose for a more casual vibe.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2025
Quote Will Excite Detroit Fans To that end, the Lions have been urged to consider and named the best fit to land a very familiar face.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 June 2025
Adjective
After two years of being virtually guaranteed to start up front every week when fit, Jackson finally has some genuine competition for his place.
—Simon Johnson, New York Times, 13 June 2025
High-Rise Tight $98 Lululemon Nothing’s more annoying than having to fidget with your ’fit mid-workout because your leggings keep slipping down.
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fit
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In a twenty-year-old with no relevant history, the same finding is likely benign—watchful waiting may suffice.—
Siddhartha Mukherjee,
New Yorker,
16 June 2025
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Plates and utensils from home will suffice at the beginning.—
Geoffrey Morrison,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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This name was given due to the corresponding farming season of picking strawberries, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
12 June 2025
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That corresponds to a timeline of its operations outlined by prosecutors in their charging document against Lopez and his four co-defendants.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 June 2025
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Their team focuses on a few primary principles, which can be distilled down to: build trust through honesty and authenticity, communicate transparently, and, like a goldfish, don’t dwell on setbacks; learn, adapt, and keep moving forward.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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The species is uniquely adapted to extreme altitudes, with hemoglobin that binds oxygen more effectively than that of almost any other bird.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
Verb
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Lenovo also plans to release two more versions this year: one equipped with SteamOS, which will cost $599, and another that will use the more powerful Z2 or Z2 Pro.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
5 June 2025
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People without air conditioning in their homes were urged to stay overnight at a friend's house equipped with cooling capabilities.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
Verb
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Many offshore banks can accommodate multiple currencies, enhancing diversification and your ability to take advantage of fluctuating currency markets.—
Blake Harris,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The round table is 14 feet in diameter to accommodate all the players.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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On the other hand, some small-business owners may only have an annual relationship with their accountant or tax professional, or even opt to prepare their taxes themselves.—
Vlad Rusz,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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With the revenue-sharing era now officially underway, Title IX defense attorneys say colleges are preparing for a potential wave of gender-equity lawsuits from athletes, especially challenges over how that revenue is distributed.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2025
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In one sense, doctors have always been writers, penning case reports since antiquity.—
Danielle Ofri,
New Yorker,
7 June 2025
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In one case, the high court halted an order from a judge in Maryland that has restricted the team's access to the Social Security Administration under federal privacy laws.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 June 2025
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Then, just before the neutron star is consumed by the black hole, these waves turn into a powerful blast, emitting a burst of radio waves known as a fast radio burst (FRB).—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
5 June 2025
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Several videos shared on TikTok by Khalifa show groups of Palestinians lying flat on the ground and taking cover from ongoing bursts of automatic gunfire.—
Jeremy Diamond,
CNN Money,
4 June 2025
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“Fit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fit. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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