Definition of befitnext
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 Blending style with luxury, the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection partnered with iconic Colombian designer Johanna Ortiz to reimagine its pool and lounge spaces, introducing styles befitting the jet set crowd. Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 24 July 2026 The 13-bedroom property sits on its own, 58,000-acre preserve, and has a gloriously over-the-top interior befitting a property imagined by the late Jocelyn Wildenstein—think a Swiss Vault bank door to unlock the wine cellar. Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 23 July 2026 While Nolan often wrangles what seems like a cast of thousands, the look departs from the Old Hollywood vision of the sword-and-sandal epic, creating something equal parts majestic and strange, as befits a story peppered with fantastical elements. David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026 But Nunez, as befits her subject matter, is high on today’s crop of young authors. Literary Hub, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for befit
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  • But a vendetta alone won’t suffice; leaders need a positive vision.
    Jennifer Pahlka, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026
  • With image and video content, screenshotting/recording or using any decent metadata editing tool will suffice to remove this information, too.
    Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 13 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Legal experts dispute Abbott’s claims that the ritual washing stations are discriminatory, with some saying his attack fits a pattern of anti-Muslim actions and rhetoric.
    Molly Hennessy-Fiske, Washington Post, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Some suites intentionally feel cave-like and cocooning, which fits the atmosphere but may not suit everyone.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026
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  • It’s been hot in Pasadena lately, and according to Cat Chen, the best way to deal with the heat is simple—have your friends over, keep the AC running, and serve a refreshing menu alongside a crisp white wine.
    Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The Rio Indio reservoir project is a plan to create a new lake to feed the canal, increase water storage capacity, mitigate lower water levels and serve as a safety measure against future droughts.
    Hira Humayun, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
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  • As Variety previously reported, there are few better suited for the role of Kratos than Bautista.
    Joe Otterson, Variety, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Some suites intentionally feel cave-like and cocooning, which fits the atmosphere but may not suit everyone.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • About how many pounds of fish do each of these strapping, 1,100-lb lads eat per day?
    AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • The episode isn’t quite done, despite leaving off on an explosive note.
    Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 17 Aug. 2026

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“Befit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/befit. Accessed 22 Aug. 2026.

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