fit (in)

verb

Definition of fit (in)next
as in to go

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  1. go
  2. belong
  3. stay
Verb
  • News of his death – one example of the political violence roiling America in recent years – quickly went global, with graphic videos flooding social media and politicians on both sides of the aisle swiftly condemning the killing.
    — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • Leo Jimenez also went deep for the Marlins, who set a franchise record with 12 homers for a three-game series.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026
Definition of go
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  • As thousands sing, clap and chant together, attendees describe a feeling of bliss and belonging, a chance to step outside the pressures of work, studies and an increasingly competitive society.
    — Ayushi Shah, CNN Money, 4 July 2026
  • This nostalgic tradition, which calls for a bit of patience, belongs on every old-fashioned summer bucket list.
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 4 July 2026
Definition of belong
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  • The bike folds down compactly, and the wheels handily stay locked together thanks to a little hook.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 7 July 2026
  • Matthew Doane, a Sacramento resident, also stayed until the finish.
    — Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2026
Definition of stay
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“Fit (in).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fit%20%28in%29. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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