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as in to correspond
to be in agreement on every point
now that you've explained your absence to me, my records and the office's fit
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as in to adapt
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
I can undo the hem on these old culottes and fit them into a skirt
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as in to equip
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
that final computer course should fit him for a career in programming
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as in to prepare
to make ready in advance
I won't have time to fit the spare room for the guests
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as in case
a sudden experiencing of a physical or mental disorder
without her medication, she'd have an epileptic fit
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as in burst
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
helpless fits of laughter from the audience
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as in scene
an outburst or display of excited anger
found out what his wife had spent on clothes and threw a fit
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as in suitable
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
clothing that is fit for horseback riding
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as in go
being in a state of fitness for some experience or action
fit for military service
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as in available
capable of or suitable for being used for a particular purpose
I don't think those bald tires are fit for winter driving
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as in healthy
enjoying health and vigor
eat well and stay fit
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as in qualified
having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance
need to hire someone whose language skills make them fit for the job
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Recent Examples of fit
Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 2026
There's only what fits your goals, risk tolerance and time horizon.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2026
The pants sit at a comfortable mid-rise height and have a tapered fit that’s snug, but not too snug.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 23 Feb. 2026
Janis Carr, Oc Register, 23 Feb. 2026
His $9 million cap hit on a contract that doesn’t expire until 2028 would be hard for the Stars to make fit for the next few years.
—Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas Morning News, 23 Feb. 2026
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Verb
John Elliott would fit the mold.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 2026
There's only what fits your goals, risk tolerance and time horizon.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
Noun
The Quince Weatherproof Oversized Rain Jacket is compact, made from waterproof fabric, and features a relaxed fit that leaves plenty of room for layering underneath.
—Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2026
The pants sit at a comfortable mid-rise height and have a tapered fit that’s snug, but not too snug.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
But even with the tweaking and fine-tuning, some games are just lost on last-second shots or misses, no matter how well the pieces fit.
—Janis Carr, Oc Register, 23 Feb. 2026
His $9 million cap hit on a contract that doesn’t expire until 2028 would be hard for the Stars to make fit for the next few years.
—Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas Morning News, 23 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fit
Verb
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Asparagus doesn't have intense watering needs–about 1 or 2 inches of water per week will typically suffice.—
Samantha Johnson,
Martha Stewart,
23 Feb. 2026
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And, suffice it to say, it will be watched closely.—
Mark Woods,
Florida Times-Union,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Here's a look at how grocery stores ranked with its corresponding score out of 100.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
23 Feb. 2026
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The Sentinel sometimes shares editorials whose views correspond with our own.—
The Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 Feb. 2026
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Until now, most research on these early Mesozoic sea monsters — the first tetrapods to adapt to marine life — has focused on the Northern Hemisphere.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Feb. 2026
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Crumbl has adapted to rising labor costs by bypassing cashiers with technology that allows customers to order and pay for their dessert on their own.—
Paul Lopez,
Sun Sentinel,
22 Feb. 2026
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Neither pilot was able to receive information from the other because their aircraft were only equipped to transmit, not receive, ADS-B information.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
24 Feb. 2026
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The property is equipped with a heating system.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The service here is friendly, helpful, straightforward, and accommodating.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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Here’s a look at what streets will be closed or reduced in Fort Worth this weekend to accommodate the event.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The frozen, single-serve meals can be prepared in a microwave within five minutes or less, which also helps customers save time in the kitchen.—
Emery Glover,
Des Moines Register,
22 Feb. 2026
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How to prepare before strong winds approach Trim tree branches away from your house and power lines.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Magistrate Andy Cheng said Kwok’s case was a serious one under the national security law and had nothing to do with family ties.—
Reuters 7 hr ago,
CNN Money,
26 Feb. 2026
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Scott Quigley — a key investigator in the Phan murder case — and a wheelchair‑accessible van operated by the nonprofit Bridgewell leaves 37‑year‑old special‑needs passenger Angelo Schettino seriously injured.—
Aaron Curtis,
Boston Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The Hawks closed on a decisive 24-2 burst as Brooklyn’s efficient offense through three quarters vanished.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
22 Feb. 2026
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That performer, Erika Rolfsrud, is beautifully cast for a role designed to bring a quick burst of effervescent emotional energy.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Fit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fit. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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