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beseems

verb

present tense third-person singular of beseem, archaic

as in suffices

to be fitting or proper ordered his servants to deck the hall with such adornments as might beseem for the holidays

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The majority explained that authority for the president to construct the ballroom requires satisfying both of those statutes; neither alone suffices.

— Ellen P. Aprill, The Conversation, 20 Aug. 2026
Simply continuing your current savings strategy or leaving funds in a traditional savings account no longer suffices.

— Matt Richardson, CBS News, 30 July 2026

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This means Voraotsady’s husband, Ash Jones — who also does the bookkeeping — does the grocery shopping on Sunday mornings.

— Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2026
Frank McCourt bought the team before the 2004 season and brought in his own people, as a new owner often does.

— Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026

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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

Definition of befits

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Here is what dermatologists, estheticians and skincare researchers say about the ingredient, how to choose a formula that suits midlife skin and the missteps that undercut its anti-aging benefits.

— Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Sep. 2026
Wilson has no doubt Ovechkin will embrace whatever role suits the team best.

— Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026

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