suit up
phrasal verb
suited up; suiting up; suits up
US
: to put on a uniform or special clothing
The players are suiting up for the game.
The divers suited up.
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That is a testament to the Timberwolves’ training staff and their players’ willingness and ability to suit up each night.
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Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 23 Feb. 2026
San Antonio’s beloved Spurs are trading the Alamo City for the capital city this weekend, suiting up in Austin for a pair of NBA showdowns at the Moody Center.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 21 Feb. 2026
Adding to the intrigue, this year’s Games mark the first time NHL players have suited up for an Olympics in 12 years.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 20 Feb. 2026
When suiting up to shovel, remember to dress in layers.
—Christina Cush, Architectural Digest, 20 Feb. 2026
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Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 23 Feb. 2026
San Antonio’s beloved Spurs are trading the Alamo City for the capital city this weekend, suiting up in Austin for a pair of NBA showdowns at the Moody Center.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 21 Feb. 2026
Adding to the intrigue, this year’s Games mark the first time NHL players have suited up for an Olympics in 12 years.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 20 Feb. 2026
When suiting up to shovel, remember to dress in layers.
—Christina Cush, Architectural Digest, 20 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for suit up
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“Suit up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/suit%20up. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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