1
as in properly
in a manner suitable for the occasion or purpose
tried to appear suitably amused by his well-intentioned anecdote
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2
as in enough
in or to a degree or quantity that meets one's requirements or satisfaction
I need someone who's suitably versed in computers to help me decide what to buy
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Adverb
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But here’s the catch: Estate freezes take time to set up properly.—
Anatoly Iofe,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025 -
When protein is properly digested, it’s converted into amino acids and peptides, whereas undigested proteins can alter the intestinal environment.—
MISAKI KAWATSU,
Vogue,
10 June 2025
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The sports moment of the year started out innocently enough: Jannik Sinner, already up a set at the French Open final on Sunday, led Carlos Alcaraz of Spain 3-0, in the second set.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
8 June 2025
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Nikola Jovic hasn’t been available enough to be that.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
8 June 2025
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Staying competitive means ensuring staff are adequately trained and can integrate complicated systems to provide comprehensive services.—
Jason Penkethman,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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Over the years, Booth was prescribed various forms of birth control and pain medication, none of which adequately addressed her symptoms.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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“Suitably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suitably. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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