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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
Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
South Dakota was the first state to recognize it in 1989, and the California cities of Berkeley and Santa Cruz followed suit.
—Chris Sims, IndyStar, 26 Sep. 2025
Julia Teti, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2025
This one can be rearranged to suit any living room layout, and the chaise ottomans open to reveal storage underneath.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 25 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Burd, 37, wore black dress pants, a white suit jacket, and black patent leather dress shoes with gold detailing.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
South Dakota was the first state to recognize it in 1989, and the California cities of Berkeley and Santa Cruz followed suit.
—Chris Sims, IndyStar, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
Beneath the blazer, the recent Prada campaign star suited look included some lingerie inspiration with a floral lacy fabric and semi-sheer element.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2025
This one can be rearranged to suit any living room layout, and the chaise ottomans open to reveal storage underneath.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suit
Noun
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Hubbard and Baack filed a lawsuit in federal court in June 2024, arguing that yoga is not a commercial service but a form of expressive activity protected by the First Amendment.—
Kelly Davis,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Sep. 2025
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Desai makes reference to the Federal Trade Commission’s recent lawsuit aimed at Live Nation and Ticketmaster that claims the entities misled consumers about resale ticket prices.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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For a generation living in great uncertainty—from the GFC to COVID to cost-of-living pressures—Trump’s disruptive appeal offers both a protest and a sense of control.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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So while the shutdown is set to disrupt a wide range of federal programs, the SSA will continue holding appointments for benefit applications, considering appeals requests, and issuing original and replacement Social Security cards, among other services.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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Director Violet Du Feng’s (Hidden Letters) thoughtful documentary examines the world of online dating and the tension that exists between personal authenticity and digital perception.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
28 Sep. 2025
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Elle Liemandt, a 17-year-old high-school senior in Austin who dispenses teen-dating advice on TikTok and has created an AI-powered dating-coach app, told me that adults seem unable to offer helpful guidance for romantic relationships.—
Molly Langmuir,
The Atlantic,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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If Evero and his defenders were looking to make a statement, that math should suffice.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Sep. 2025
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The status quo cannot, and will not, suffice.—
Nick Mordowanec,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Sep. 2025
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In 20 colors, there will be any number of hues that fit the bride’s requirements, while satisfying your own taste too.—
Bianca Kratky,
Glamour,
25 Sep. 2025
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Glazed doughnuts, cinnamon rolls, and pain au chocolat satisfy those with a sweet tooth, while a pan con tomate station, an excellent Spanish cheese spread, and tortilla de patatas (Spanish omelet) kept things local.—
Siobhan Reid,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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So with that, don’t expect naked dressing to go anywhere anytime soon—Dakota Johnson still has much to say on the matter, with gala and awards seasons very much in motion now.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
26 Sep. 2025
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Like everyone else in a sound stage, Silver is fully dressed in sweater, jeans, and boots with an N95 mask on.—
Sophie Ansari,
Vulture,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Some itineraries are tailored more toward couples rather than single individuals, or families rather than adults only.—
Mary Curry,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
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For traditionalists like Coles, yachting means tailoring every element—menus, destinations, activities, even formality—to an owner or a charter guest, with the crew creating a familial experience usually limited to 12 passengers.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Robb Report,
27 Sep. 2025
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This is his first full album since the end of the YSL trial and his formal release from prison, following his guilty plea on October 31, 2024.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
26 Sep. 2025
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As part of the plea agreement, three other counts Brown was facing have been dismissed.—
Quinlan Bentley,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Suit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suit. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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