fit (in or into)

verb

Definition of fit (in or into)next
as in to insert
to put among or between others do you think you can fit this picture into the album? I can fit you in between my two o'clock and three o'clock appointments

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fit (in or into)
  1. insert
  2. introduce
  3. work in
Verb
  • In the ninth inning, the Royals inserted Tyler Tolbert to pinch-hit for him against Twins reliever Jack Anderson.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 29 July 2026
  • Unlike traditional microneedling, which uses metal needles inserted and withdrawn, spicules embed superficially and shed with normal skin turnover over a few days.
    — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of insert
Verb
  • The macOS ecosystem had to deal with a similar issue when the function keys were replaced by the touch-sensitive Touch Bar, introduced in 2016.
    — Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Butterfly Bash was introduced as the signature celebration of the milestone year.
    — Sophia Buonpane, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of introduce
Verb
  • His professional career has spanned roles in insurance and finance, including as the founder, president and CEO of Dealer Development Group Services, which worked in finance with automotive dealerships.
    — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 27 July 2026
  • The city is using a search firm, ADK Consulting & Executive Search, to help find the next director, said Miller, who works in the mayor’s office.
    — Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 26 July 2026
Definition of work in
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“Fit (in or into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fit%20%28in%20or%20into%29. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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