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as in befitting
to be fitting or proper
no, a second-floor room won't suit if there's no elevator, since one of us has a disability
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as in pleasing
to give satisfaction to
the location of our hotel suited us just fine
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as in clothing
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 tailoring
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 suiting
The collection features a mix of silk loungewear, soft knits and light tweed suiting appropriate for Southeast coast wearing.
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Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026
The Education Department advised borrowers to use a Federal Student Aid Loan Simulator to estimate their monthly payment amount, determine their eligibility for repayment options, and choose a new plan suiting their goals and needs.
—Connor Greene, Time, 11 Dec. 2025
While used in everything from suiting to hats to outerwear, the fabric’s most enduring expression is the tweed jacket, often in rich patterns including herringbones, glen plaids, and checks.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2025
With the sharper lines of suiting, bold shoulders eventually took over as a more modern signal of power — and a new way to take up space.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 25 Nov. 2025
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Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026
The Education Department advised borrowers to use a Federal Student Aid Loan Simulator to estimate their monthly payment amount, determine their eligibility for repayment options, and choose a new plan suiting their goals and needs.
—Connor Greene, Time, 11 Dec. 2025
While used in everything from suiting to hats to outerwear, the fabric’s most enduring expression is the tweed jacket, often in rich patterns including herringbones, glen plaids, and checks.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2025
With the sharper lines of suiting, bold shoulders eventually took over as a more modern signal of power — and a new way to take up space.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 25 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suiting
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Before becoming pope, Leo would work out regularly at a gym near the Vatican, with a plan befitting a man in his early 50s, according to his former trainer.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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His shot-for-shot duel to the death with SGA was befitting of an MVP referendum game.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
11 Mar. 2026
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At the Fort Worth show, fans can expect a setlist that balances introspection with crowd-pleasing energy, delivered with the Neighbourhood’s signature dark-pop polish.—
Travis Pinson,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Bathrooms are smartly designed to fit large shower-baths into a relatively compact space; tiling is dark and mirrored with pleasing gold accents.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
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Importantly, these moderating effects persisted even when bots were given information about users’ political leanings, suggesting the influence is not just a result of tailoring responses to users.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
31 Mar. 2026
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From Sirena, your guide will lead you along trails through the secondary forest, tailoring the route to get a glimpse of the wildlife.—
Meghan Palmer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Mar. 2026
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Use tight-fitting trash can lids.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
3 Apr. 2026
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The baskets cost $60, $80, or $100, and will be filled with toys specifically fitting a child's interests.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Meanwhile, the Light Mount's volume knob is easy to access and satisfying to use, a much more intuitive design than the volume roller on the pricier Dark Mount.—
Aubrey Jowers,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2026
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Serve it with rice and watercress for a complete, satisfying meal.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
31 Mar. 2026
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The center also housing a ticketing office, concessions area, blue box theater and dressing rooms.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Taste dressing and add the juice of remaining lemon to taste (dressing should be bright and tangy).—
Molly Baz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Mar. 2026
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The setup uses a modulation technique that splits data into multiple frequency channels, allowing efficient use of bandwidth while adapting to signal conditions.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
31 Mar. 2026
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And the title Illumination is adapting, with some other references pulled here and there from throughout franchise history, is among his most creative and wondrous adventures.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
31 Mar. 2026
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The ball circled the rim twice before dropping on Friday night, delighting Duke and its fans and crushing LSU.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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Cabrera allowed one hit and walked one in his Chicago debut, delighting the crowd of 36,702 on a picturesque night at Wrigley Field.—
CBS Chicago Team,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Suiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suiting. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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