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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
Encyclopedia Britannica, 6 May 2026
Robots that can use the same tools as people may fit into existing spaces more easily, without needing everything redesigned around them.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
Dane Brugler, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
An adjustable tie waistband allows for a comfortable fit while the fabric hugs the curves of your hips and flares at mid-calf for a fun, spring-ready finish.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026
The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Where do the podcasts that aren’t run by Bravo fit into this?
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 4 May 2026
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Verb
Choose projects that fit your time, skills, and ambition.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 6 May 2026
Robots that can use the same tools as people may fit into existing spaces more easily, without needing everything redesigned around them.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
Noun
But Stribling’s fit in Kyle Shanahan’s West Coast scheme is going to be fun to watch.
—Dane Brugler, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
An adjustable tie waistband allows for a comfortable fit while the fabric hugs the curves of your hips and flares at mid-calf for a fun, spring-ready finish.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
The addition of Dexter Lawrence as the centerpiece that the entire line revolves around put each player into a role better fit to their skill set.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Where do the podcasts that aren’t run by Bravo fit into this?
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fit
Verb
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That can suffice for this game, in a vacuum.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
1 May 2026
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Unless your jam is 500fps Counter-Strike, 280Hz should more than suffice, and the panel's image-resize and aspect-ratio-shift features give you plenty to experiment with on your way to dominance.—
Zackery Cuevas,
PC Magazine,
30 Apr. 2026
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The theme of each Met Gala, which sets the tone for the evening’s dress code, tends to correspond with that year’s Costume Institute fashion exhibition.—
Dalila Muata,
NBC news,
5 May 2026
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Anika Reed The Costume Institute exhibit has a distinct theme each year that corresponds with the Met Gala.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
5 May 2026
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Lamborghini says the front and rear subframes are entirely new, while the carbon-fiber monocoque has been adapted specifically for the open-top configuration.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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The first book was adapted for the big screen by Lim and her team, and became a smash hit, earning over $239 million worldwide.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
10 May 2026
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This insight, combined with empathy and analytical thinking, equips me to craft policies that create opportunities, guide better decisions and close loopholes for abuse.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
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While that will equip just a fraction of the roughly 2,400-person police force, the city is prioritizing officers who work in tourist-heavy zones and near the ports of entry.—
Alexandra Mendoza,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 May 2026
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The building will have a gym, a gross motor room with play equipment for the youngest students, a two-story library with reading nooks, a learning hub able to accommodate two classes at a time, and an outdoor area with patio furniture.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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This setup is ultra-welcoming and can accommodate a large crew—bring on the s'mores and bonfires this summer.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Cybele Mayes-Osterman Britain is deploying a warship to the Middle East to prepare for a joint operation to open the Strait of Hormuz, the country's defense ministry confirmed on May 9.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
10 May 2026
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The judges face a ticking clock as local election clerks prepare to finalize ballots for the August primaries by May 26 and decisions in the three cases are likely to come quickly.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
10 May 2026
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Authorities said Catalan-Torreblanca may have lived near apartment complexes where the attacks took place, warning that there may be other victims or connected cases that lack DNA evidence.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
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In years past, she had been given catch-up days to focus on a single type of case.—
E. Tammy Kim,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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Known as the theme park capital of the world, Central Florida bursts with family-friendly fun.—
Lisa A. Beach,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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While most passengers are considerate, late-night returns and early-morning departures can bring bursts of noise outside your door.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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