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Recent Examples of befits
No matter how much someone disagrees with recent decisions by the high court, threatening to subordinate judicial independence to the whims of a political party befits a banana republic.
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Washington Post Editorial Board,
Twin Cities,
29 May 2026
As befits a logical proof, Gödel’s argumentation was very abstract and high-level.
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Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
26 May 2026
Nevertheless, as befits a film partly backed by Wim Wenders’ Road Movies, this deploys an eclectic soundtrack and lashings of backlighting and magic hour cinematography to help capture the uncanny feeling of being a European stranger in a strange land of enchantment out west.
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Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
25 May 2026
For most people, anger comes and goes and usually befits the situation at hand.
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Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
The pulpy setup befits a paperback crime thriller but is infused with some self-aware marital satire.
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David Sims,
The Atlantic,
27 Apr. 2026
But the meagreness of the world befits its protagonists, both of whom become stuck in certain phases after failing to come to grips with their formative traumas.
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Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
Press coverage has been strong across the board — from back-to-back performances on The Jimmy Fallon Show to their massive live comeback concert in Gwanghwamun Square, to the Netflix documentary — all of it adds up to a comeback that truly befits their status.
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Christopher Claxton,
Billboard,
31 Mar. 2026
Nowadays, the white tie dress code befits the highest, most formal occasions, often steeped in history.
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Vogue,
27 Mar. 2026
Washington Post Editorial Board,
Twin Cities,
29 May 2026
As befits a logical proof, Gödel’s argumentation was very abstract and high-level.
—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
26 May 2026
Nevertheless, as befits a film partly backed by Wim Wenders’ Road Movies, this deploys an eclectic soundtrack and lashings of backlighting and magic hour cinematography to help capture the uncanny feeling of being a European stranger in a strange land of enchantment out west.
—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
25 May 2026
For most people, anger comes and goes and usually befits the situation at hand.
—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
The pulpy setup befits a paperback crime thriller but is infused with some self-aware marital satire.
—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
27 Apr. 2026
But the meagreness of the world befits its protagonists, both of whom become stuck in certain phases after failing to come to grips with their formative traumas.
—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
Press coverage has been strong across the board — from back-to-back performances on The Jimmy Fallon Show to their massive live comeback concert in Gwanghwamun Square, to the Netflix documentary — all of it adds up to a comeback that truly befits their status.
—
Christopher Claxton,
Billboard,
31 Mar. 2026
Nowadays, the white tie dress code befits the highest, most formal occasions, often steeped in history.
—
Vogue,
27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for befits
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But why buy brand new items when an old pillowcase suffices?
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That rationale for military power no longer suffices.
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Cohesion is the trick, and color does most of the work.
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Nor does a forecast cone capture every place that may experience dangerous conditions.
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This durable hardside suitcase fits travel clothes, shoes, beauty tools, and more with ease thanks to its spacious design.
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Creator content has traditionally been associated with mobile and social platforms, but companies including Amazon are increasingly looking at how that material fits into the living-room experience and can appeal to a wide demo beyond younger audiences.
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Its midi length suits a wide range of occasions, and its flutter-style cap sleeves and flared A-line skirt add eye-catching volume.
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Practical style and smart storage Available in multiple color options, the COOLIFE set allows travelers to choose a look that suits their personal style while also making luggage easier to identify at baggage claim.
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Drawing upon the fine dining experience of both Chef Gabon and partner Celine Wuu (who deftly manages the floor), Naides serves an original interpretation of Filipino cuisine in the form of a stylishly modern tasting menu.
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For all their confidence that progressive Christianity won’t play in red states, however, Warnock serves as a powerful counterpoint.
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“Befits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/befits. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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