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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 sufficing
to be fitting or proper
spoke politely of the deceased, as befitted the occasion
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Recent Examples of befitting
Nicola Dall'asen, Allure, 6 May 2025
The people responsible for such acts will get a befitting reply in the near future.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Apr. 2025
John Wenzel, The Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2025
Here’s a quick rundown of the game tonight, with a format befitting Sunday’s Academy Awards.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
In true Rihanna fashion, the singer-slash-mogul arrived after just about everyone else in an outfit more befitting of the theme than most: a pinstriped suit morphed into a maxi dress, complete with a cropped blazer and separate collar and tie.
—Nicola Dall'asen, Allure, 6 May 2025
The people responsible for such acts will get a befitting reply in the near future.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Apr. 2025
Verb
The Boulder Theater, long the red-carpet venue for BIFF that hosts its opening and closing nights, would likely hold screenings from both BIFF and Sundance, befitting the town’s collaborative spirit, Kathy Beeck added.
—John Wenzel, The Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2025
Here’s a quick rundown of the game tonight, with a format befitting Sunday’s Academy Awards.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for befitting
Adjective
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Assuming that the administrative use of AI is done with proper security and rigor, most clients or patients won’t especially care that the therapist is using AI in that manner.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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For example, some foundations have not been regularly reconciling their accounts and have made some expenditures without proper prior approval or supporting documentation, such as receipts or invoices, according to the audit.—
Kristen Taketa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Lucio — leggy, brave, sturdy in the challenge — is probably more appropriate as a reference point.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
8 Aug. 2025
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The player models and lighting are excellent, with equipment shining and time of day delivering the appropriate immersion.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Most of the time, generative AI has been tuned to be relatively polite and offers mild praise, though a user can easily up the ante by simply telling the AI to pour it on.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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There also were multiple paintings scattered throughout the fictional White House that poke fun at Trump’s military bravado as well as an image that seems to involve Trump and a sheep engaged in an activity not meant for polite company, not to mention that deepfake.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
30 July 2025
Adjective
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Project Neighbors Executive Director Carmen Vincent said the homes would be suitable for nurses, teachers, grocery store clerks, senior citizens and others who need affordable homes.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Aug. 2025
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Investments in securities entail risk and are not suitable for all investors.—
Andrew Rosen,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The former third-round pick registered 77 tackles, an interception and six passes defended last season, posting a respectable 64.8 overall grade at Pro Football Focus.—
Matthew Schmidt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
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Knapp rummages in her kitchen, eventually holding up a perfectly respectable little potato.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Less fitting was just how few words Love — who had long been estranged from Brian Wilson — said about the late Beach Boys’ mastermind before and after the video tribute.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Aug. 2025
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Gray’s emphasis on everyday beauty and individuality finds a fitting home in a space designed to celebrate craftsmanship and sensory richness.—
Skylar Mitchell,
Essence,
11 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Brooklyn-born, Davidson Petit-Frère has built a suiting empire that caters to a prestigious clientele ranging from Hollywood celebrities to global leaders.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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Related Articles Kidman favored power suiting with a dose of pinstripes.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
17 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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But critics see this as a way for Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration to ban more books and circumvent state law, which gives school districts the job of determining which books are acceptable for school libraries.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Aug. 2025
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These burger spirals are an acceptable gluten-free solution: They’re made with rice paper wrappers.—
Gretchen McKay,
Twin Cities,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Befitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/befitting. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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