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Recent Examples of befits
Some American viewers were pulled into it by a boring—and slightly embarrassing—poster of Harrison Ford, smirking in a suit, while a loyal Melanie Griffith clings to his shoulder and Sigourney Weaver, as befits her role of nemesis, gives a wicked smile.
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Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 16 Feb. 2026
The recital acted like a religious experience in which a rarefied atmosphere befits radiance.
—Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 19 Jan. 2026
As befits the mountainous setting, this is an excellent time to break out the Fair Isle motif.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2026
Her twirls and spins are more careful, as befits a septuagenarian, and each was cheered enthusiastically by a crowd urging her on.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2025
And, as befits this lively city, the bar stays open until 4 AM.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Nakase’s style of play befits the roster.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2025
Co-founder Aaron Frescas told the Statesman that Nica, which will be located in the same building as Parker Jazz Club, befits a suave downtown evening.
—Mars Salazar, Austin American Statesman, 3 Sep. 2025
Ballad of a Small Player has plenty of flash, as befits the story of a man whose everyday wear consists of jewel-tone velvet suits and silk ascots.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 30 Aug. 2025
Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 16 Feb. 2026
The recital acted like a religious experience in which a rarefied atmosphere befits radiance.
—Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 19 Jan. 2026
As befits the mountainous setting, this is an excellent time to break out the Fair Isle motif.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2026
Her twirls and spins are more careful, as befits a septuagenarian, and each was cheered enthusiastically by a crowd urging her on.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2025
And, as befits this lively city, the bar stays open until 4 AM.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Nakase’s style of play befits the roster.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2025
Co-founder Aaron Frescas told the Statesman that Nica, which will be located in the same building as Parker Jazz Club, befits a suave downtown evening.
—Mars Salazar, Austin American Statesman, 3 Sep. 2025
Ballad of a Small Player has plenty of flash, as befits the story of a man whose everyday wear consists of jewel-tone velvet suits and silk ascots.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 30 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for befits
Verb
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This is not a moment where simply modeling democratic and humanitarian principles by our own behavior suffices.—
Ernesto Burden,
Washington Post,
9 Feb. 2026
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For some, the lower-tier MacBook Air suffices.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
4 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Decluttering your home may not be motivating on its own, but supporting charitable organizations, reducing landfill waste, and helping others find affordable essentials by donating to thrift stores often does the trick.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Feb. 2026
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Paying by wire transfer, check, debit card or credit card does not trigger Form 8300 reporting in the same way cash does.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The Army now wants to determine how the system fits into its own brigade-level operations.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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Upgrade to footwear that fits, feels and functions better.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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As much as short hair suits Joey King, this shoulder-length, blunt cut with bangs might just be even more stunning.—
Krista Carter,
InStyle,
17 Feb. 2026
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In the initial meeting between Isabel and Pat, this intimacy feels borderline intrusive in a manner that suits the scene.—
Sophie Monks Kaufman,
IndieWire,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Sandy now serves as minister of works and public assets.—
ED DAVEY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
19 Feb. 2026
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The Boundary House is another popular spot that serves fresh surf and turf dishes along with pastas and sandwiches.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Befits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/befits. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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