befitted

Definition of befittednext
past tense of befit
as in suited
to be fitting or proper spoke politely of the deceased, as befitted the occasion

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Recent Examples of befitted Parkinson was also rightly full of praise for Broadhead, whose all-round performance on Wednesday befitted his status as the club’s record signing. Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 27 Nov. 2025 The pair, along with a live band, gave the song an intimate, psychedelic vibe that befitted its inspiration. Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 28 Oct. 2025
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Verb
  • This type of problem is often found in basements where homeowners attempt a design detail or DIY project that isn't suited for the limited space.
    Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 15 Jan. 2026
  • All Crew-11 astronauts suited for undocking All four astronauts are now wearing their SpaceX pressure suits as hatch closure activities continue.
    Josh Dinner, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Pointing out that Jeanty has recorded 6, 8 and 6 receptions in his last three games would have probably sufficed at the case for this prop bet.
    Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2025
  • While there has been a boom in development, demand hasn’t sufficed to fill them.
    George Avalos, Mercury News, 25 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Unlike skinny jeans, this style is fitted through the thigh and keeps a consistent width through the ankle, resulting in a tailoredlook.
    Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
  • The really tough thing is actually to fit the parts together at the same time.
    Ryan Craggs, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Miami's Mario Cristobal served several roles at Alabama from assistant head coach to recruiting coordinator while being part of the 2015 championship that also included Lanning as a grad assistant.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Warren arrived at Boise State in 2022 and spent four seasons with the Broncos, having previously served as the head coach of the Big Sky’s Southern Utah for six seasons.
    Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
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  • Johnson’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment Wednesday, nor did HUD officials.
    Lizzie Kane, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2025
  • The two men then said Smollett paid them to stage the attack, and Smollett was charged with filing a false police report; the charges were later dropped after Smollett paid a fine and did community service.
    Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2025

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“Befitted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/befitted. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.

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