1
as in health
the condition of being sound in body
a gymnastics program promoting fitness and agility in school-aged children
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as in relevance
the quality or state of being especially suitable or fitting
I have to question the fitness of wearing a bright red dress to a funeral
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Recent Examples of fitness
From the camaraderie of group fitness classes to group excursions, enriching social opportunities abound.
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Vi At Aventura, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
Finally, keep in mind that a long plank isn’t necessarily the ultimate measure of fitness.
—Christa Sgobba, Health, 3 Apr. 2026
With intuitive controls and vibrant displays, plus additional options like headphones, earbuds and portable speakers, these devices are designed to support both fitness and everyday convenience.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
The twins have grown up tagging along to the gym and attending fitness events, absorbing those habits along the way.
—Sierra Leone Starks, Parents, 2 Apr. 2026
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Vi At Aventura, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
Finally, keep in mind that a long plank isn’t necessarily the ultimate measure of fitness.
—Christa Sgobba, Health, 3 Apr. 2026
With intuitive controls and vibrant displays, plus additional options like headphones, earbuds and portable speakers, these devices are designed to support both fitness and everyday convenience.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
The twins have grown up tagging along to the gym and attending fitness events, absorbing those habits along the way.
—Sierra Leone Starks, Parents, 2 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fitness
Noun
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Last week, Narges was finally allowed a brief visit with her sister and two lawyers, who were alarmed at how rapidly her health had deteriorated.—
Cora Engelbrecht,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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From moldy cheese to meat sitting out overnight, health inspectors in Missouri and Kansas found numerous violations at Kansas City-area restaurants in the last two weeks.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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While this issue is perhaps most notable for studios and rights holders, streamers and asset managers who handle smaller, more consistent projects can also be affected by this ongoing need for relevance.—
Ernest Sturm,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2026
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For crypto boosters, MSBT’s launch was yet more confirmation of crypto’s relevance to the financial sector.—
Jack Kubinec,
Fortune,
8 Apr. 2026
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Calling off an engagement or a wedding means prioritizing your long-term happiness and wellness over fears of other people’s judgment.—
Jenny Singer,
Glamour,
8 Apr. 2026
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But corporate spending on wellness is in the crosshairs as Asia grapples with softer global demand and higher costs.—
Alice Williams,
Fortune,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The family received numerous ransom notes since Nancy Guthrie was taken, and yet did not pay any ransom, which points to the police being unable to ascertain the validity of the notes or a lack of proof of life attached to them.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
7 Apr. 2026
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Officers will also look at the safety of the vehicle, use of seatbelts and the validity of the operator’s license.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
5 Apr. 2026
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But Food Lion is winning budget-conscious shoppers with its value and private label strength, Lempert said.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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This era of college basketball — the NIL and portal combination — has either robbed Self of his greatest strength or at least sneaked a few pennies from the community tray.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
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However, when considering its suitability to beginners, this telescope is impressive, especially for its even cheaper price point over Black Friday weekend.—
Chris McMullen,
Space.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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The project has developed a multistage process that begins with analyzing multiple paper types to determine their suitability for the heat treatment process.—
Etiido Uko
March 28,
New Atlas,
28 Mar. 2026
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The update comes as rodeo outfits have drawn attention online, including viral social media videos debating the appropriateness of attire worn by some attendees.—
Dante Motley,
Austin American Statesman,
17 Mar. 2026
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Selecting the right songs for your family's commute involves considering the mood, energy, and appropriateness of the lyrics based on your child's age.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
15 Mar. 2026
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But Chiles’ attorney disputed the applicability of studies to her form of counseling.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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And while mice are not humans, the biology the team has identified is highly conserved across animals, Naik explains, and this suggests the finding may have some applicability to humans.—
Claire Cameron,
Scientific American,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Fitness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fitness. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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