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Recent Examples of befitsAs befits the only child of such deities, the young Paweł, glimpsed in a series of snapshots, is all smiles.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
28 Sep. 2026 Unlike Monteverde with its open floor plan, high ceilings, and rollicking decibel level, Lo So will be quieter as befits a restaurant in a residential neighborhood.—
John Kessler,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Sep. 2026 As befits the title, Solnit offers meandering meditations on exploration, art, and family history.—
The Week Us,
TheWeek,
26 Aug. 2026 Rooms As befits the renowned and ever expanding Rosewood collection, rooms and suites at the Anasazi set the benchmark for a luxury stay.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Aug. 2026 And not every run will be a banger, of course; there’s plenty of randomness involved, as befits the genre.—ArsTechnica,
31 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 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
Not surprisingly, the legislation does nothing to curb the growth of compensation and other benefits for college presidents, athletics directors, coaches and staff who continue to be in charge of the athletes under their control.
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Bruce Svare,
Sportico.com,
17 Oct. 2026
These days, the interjection does a lot of work online as an all-purpose signifier of derogation.
Speculation also serves an important function in helping markets operate efficiently.
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Aneri Jambusaria,
Fortune,
18 Oct. 2026
The orchard and cidery serves pizzas and pastas alongside hot or cold cider, and hosts live music as folks linger along the outdoor tables with drinks and games.