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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
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 2 Oct. 2025
How the pieces fit together remains to be seen.
—Christian Clark, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Carved, Sourcing Journal, 8 Oct. 2025
The straps are adjustable for a custom fit.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 7 Oct. 2025
The stretch laces provide the most secure fit, and inside, the sneaker has an insole with anatomical cushioning for the most comfort and support possible.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2025
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Verb
However, this number doesn't fit for everyone.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 2 Oct. 2025
How the pieces fit together remains to be seen.
—Christian Clark, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Noun
For some denim programs, this was still a fit, but not everyone wanted that look.
—Carved, Sourcing Journal, 8 Oct. 2025
The straps are adjustable for a custom fit.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Our expert, Tom Gideon, gave them a great review, appreciating their comfortable fit and bright sound.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 7 Oct. 2025
The stretch laces provide the most secure fit, and inside, the sneaker has an insole with anatomical cushioning for the most comfort and support possible.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fit
Verb
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So, unless you are headed off to war or want to come across as a total drama queen, the more casual mata ne (see you later) will suffice.—
Jessica Kozuka,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Sep. 2025
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If Evero and his defenders were looking to make a statement, that math should suffice.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Sep. 2025
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WalletHub then evaluated the five dimensions using 45 relevant metrics, with their corresponding weights.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Oct. 2025
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Two years after the Golden State Valkyries paid $50 million as a league expansion fee, the three franchises set to enter into the league in 2028, 2029 and 2030 were announced with a corresponding $250 million expansion fee.—
Ben Pickman,
New York Times,
4 Oct. 2025
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Fueled by technology, our language adapts to new slang trends more rapidly than ever.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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Crafted to adapt to the unique demands of each story, the guide provides flexibility while upholding the highest standards of journalistic integrity.—
Nashville Tennessean,
Nashville Tennessean,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The mind could wander briefly about the Giants riding a two-game winning streak into a Thursday Night Football matchup with the Eagles, equipped to knock off their tormentors who suddenly look vulnerable.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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The country's National Disaster Mitigation Agency told AP that rescue teams were using heavy excavators equipped with jackhammers and circular saws, as well as their bare hands on occasion, to find the 14 students still missing.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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While relocating the U21s and U18s from the main building was a deliberate choice, space has in any case been taken up by open-plan offices to accommodate non-football staff relocated from Old Trafford — a policy instructed by Sir Jim Ratcliffe.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Another feature that’s worth highlighting is the 129 square-foot sleeping loft that can accommodate a bed, small nightstands, floating shelves, and even a houseplant or two.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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A week ago, the Boston Red Sox were preparing for their first trip to the postseason in four years.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Participants will learn the basics of Dutch oven cooking and how to prepare various recipes, some that include wild game meat.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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While federal officials maintain that only criminals are being targeted, local advocates and community leaders say lawful residents and families with pending cases have also been detained, deepening fears that the crackdown is casting too wide a net and eroding public trust.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
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Separate from the state case, federal authorities also initiated an investigation into the terrorism charges.—
Jim Riccioli,
jsonline.com,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Its approach to comedy is ripped straight from the world of musical cast parties and improv shows, with every performer doing their best to turn every line into a GIF-able burst of wholesome self-deprecation.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
3 Oct. 2025
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This simple yet powerful step turned noisy, unreliable photon signals into clean bursts of single photons — a breakthrough for future quantum technologies.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Fit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fit. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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