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as in proper
following the established traditions of refined society and good taste
many voters feel that the womanizing governor has not acted in a befitting manner for someone who serves as the state's chief executive
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as in appropriate
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
a befitting reply to a civil question
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as in fitting
to be fitting or proper
spoke politely of the deceased, as befitted the occasion
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Recent Examples of befitting
Joel Lorenzi,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2026
Maybe a Vegas residency is more befitting Swift’s showgirl era?
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Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
4 Oct. 2025
Sarah Zendejas,
Vogue,
10 June 2026
Hindley has raced aggressively so far, befitting a man whose contract is up this season.
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Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
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Adjective
Yet without the reigning NBA MVP and their defensive anchor, the Thunder forced the Grizzlies to crumble in a way befitting of this series.
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Joel Lorenzi,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2026
Maybe a Vegas residency is more befitting Swift’s showgirl era?
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Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
4 Oct. 2025
Verb
If your wedding is set in an Uptown mansion or an Art Deco hotel, choose something befitting the glamour of the venue.
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Sarah Zendejas,
Vogue,
10 June 2026
Hindley has raced aggressively so far, befitting a man whose contract is up this season.
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Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for befitting
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Families, educators and advocates described barriers to accessing proper support and services.
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Heat this severe can affect anyone without proper cooling or hydration, according to the weather service.
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My wish is that every United States citizen would know the words to our anthem, rise to his or her feet when it is played, and sing profoundly and proudly at every appropriate occasion.
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Another group argued that cash is appropriate.
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December 21 - January 19) Feeling tension between fitting in and standing out?
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Merlin, a 2-year-old duck, has taken the internet by storm, captivating fans with his tiny form-fitting Team Mexico jersey and confident waddle around his home of Mexico City.
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All were polite and responsive.
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He has been adored, sanitized, revived, pathologized, sentimentalized, and combed for polite company.
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Accessibility Unfortunately, the suites at Hotel Ottilia are not suitable for those with reduced mobility.
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IsoHemp’s blocks, made out of hemp and lime binders, can be integrated into load-bearing structures, and are suitable for both interior and exterior walls.
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Prince William joined her on the outing with a break from his usual navy suiting, instead rocking a beige suit jacket.
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This has been visible during Menšík’s run, with the combination of high bounce (in the first week’s heat) and slow conditions (in the cooler weather during the second) suiting his strike zone and contact point.
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Last year’s Superman was divisive among the hardcore fandom but grossed a very respectable $619 million worldwide, kicking off the new era of DC Studios under co-chairs James Gunn and Peter Safran on a promising note.
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Payload is up to a quite respectable Ford Maverick-edging 1,550 lb (703 kg), and towing capacity doubles from initial projections to 2,000 lb (907 kg).
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In the videos, women share their transformations in which their post-divorce selves are often fitter, with clearer skin and a new wardrobe.
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Every four years, fans pour into stadiums, sports bars and watch parties to cheer some of the world’s fittest athletes.
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“Befitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/befitting. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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