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as in lawsuit
a court case for enforcing a right or claim
filed a suit against the company that had manufactured the faulty heater, claiming they were responsible for the fire
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as in appeal
an earnest request
O Lord of Heaven, hear our humble suit
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as in dating
the series of social engagements shared by a couple looking to get married
a rather old-fashioned fellow, he first sought the consent of the girl's father for the suit
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as in to satisfy
to give satisfaction to
the location of our hotel suited us just fine
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as in to dress
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
went to the party suited in a strange getup that he'd picked out himself
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as in to tailor
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
a bohemian by nature, she would have to suit her behavior to the corporate culture
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Recent Examples of suit
Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
Konan’s lawyers say refusal-to-deliver cases are rare and letting her suit continue would not cripple the postal service.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
From Atlantic beaches to Western mountains to central metropolitans, there’s a destination suited to every type of traveler.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The suit was filed in the US District Court for the Northern District of California and alleges Uber violated the FTC Act and the Restore Online Shoppers’ Confidence Act.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
Konan’s lawyers say refusal-to-deliver cases are rare and letting her suit continue would not cripple the postal service.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
Verb
These tools help estimate monthly payments based on income and family size and can guide borrowers in selecting the repayment plan best suited to their financial situation.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
From Atlantic beaches to Western mountains to central metropolitans, there’s a destination suited to every type of traveler.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suit
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The agency will be required to submit a report showing who is being held and who was arrested, along with the reasoning for both, every 60 days until the lawsuit is resolved.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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The federal judge in New York ruled that claims of the players’ lawsuit fell outside the four-year statute of limitations.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
29 Apr. 2025
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There’s plenty of beach to go around in Florida, each with a different appeal.—
Chloe Arrojado,
AFAR Media,
21 Apr. 2025
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The remedies in Google's app store case are currently on hold pending appeal, but that problem is not going away.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
21 Apr. 2025
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While this requires a very long explanation, suffice it here to say that there may be situations where the Bankruptcy Trustee may acquire, exercise management rights and liquidate the interests of an LLC in bankruptcy.—
Jay Adkisson,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Any kind of win would’ve sufficed for Sox fans who suffered through two straight 100-plus-loss seasons.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Mar. 2025
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During a hearing on Monday, Sweeney expressed skepticism that the 24 hours notice that the administration had pledged to provide would satisfy the U.S. Supreme Court's April 7 order requiring migrants be given the opportunity to challenge their removals in court.—
Luc Cohen,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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Each sandwich is crafted with 100 percent real butter, the best real cheese, fresh-baked bread and real garlic for a crispy, cheesy, satisfying bite every time.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
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He was spotted dressed as a fisherman catching Hudson – a mermaid – in one snap during Halloween.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Photo: Courtesy of Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week In 2026, the bride will not be all dressed in white.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
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Anew Fitness removes these barriers by providing certified trainers who specialize in senior fitness, guiding participants through workouts tailored to their abilities.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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On another note, the pleating on the matching trousers was tailored perfectly.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
18 Apr. 2025
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Federal prosecutors also appeared to reveal today that Combs had rejected an apparent plea deal.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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At the hearing Friday, Assistant US Attorney Madison Smyser informed the judge that Combs had rejected a plea deal offered by prosecutors, though no further details on what the plea deal entailed were revealed.—
Nicki Brown,
CNN Money,
25 Apr. 2025
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She’s also got five adaptations of her contemporary romance novels in the works.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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During their final performance together, the pair appeared to confirm their relationship — after months of romance rumors — with an onstage kiss.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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“Suit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suit. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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