Thesaurus results for BEFIT

befit

verb

bi-ˈfit

Definition of befit

as in to suffice

to be fitting or proper spoke politely of the deceased, as befitted the occasion

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Recent Examples of befit But Nunez, as befits her subject matter, is high on today’s crop of young authors. — Literary Hub, 14 July 2026 These platform sandals are campy, retro, bubblegum-scented, and chicly befitting to any look, even elevating a simple jean or skirt. — Alexandra Pereira, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026 Nike has been suffering of late with lifestyle products—streetwear and apparel befitting the ongoing athleisure trend. — Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 6 July 2026 If Nicks isn’t a bridesmaid, then save her a seat near Andrea Swift, as befits the spiritual mother of the bride. — Kase Wickman, Vanity Fair, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for befit

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And before anyone starts making comparisons to Liam Neeson’s Taken, suffice it to say that the similarities don’t extend far beyond the premise and its universal theme of fatherly love.

— Regina Kim, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
In this season of expectation, only one potential outcome will suffice.

— Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2026

Definition of suffice

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According to a 2022 Pew Charitable Trusts survey, one in five home borrowers surveyed had pursued alternative financing at least once, evidence of a growing population whose financial lives don't fit into legacy underwriting boxes.

— Efri Argaman, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Denim was the order of the day for Wilde, who sported Prada’s white, low-rise jeans with a slim-fitting silhouette.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 29 July 2026

Definition of fit

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Mellencamp was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2008, and Thursday’s performance served as a reminder why.

— Jamie Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
Rather, each pair should serve a distinct purpose instead of duplicating another one already hanging in the closet.

— Alesandra Dubin, Glamour, 31 July 2026

Definition of serve

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That type of turf is a water-efficient alternative that is considered better suited to Colorado's climate and approved by Aurora Water for installation during Stage 1 drought restrictions.

— Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 30 July 2026
Visitors will learn about retro computing from the 1960s to the ’90s by exploring a showcase of historical computers, some original and some lovingly hacked to suit our modern times.

— Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 30 July 2026

Definition of suit

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Hernandez did an excellent job of easing Cornucopia, who was fitted with a brace before being removed from the track in an equine ambulance.

— Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 July 2026
The two did a great job improvising before Bandito finally connected with a powerbomb on the mat.

— Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

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