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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
There’s also a heated outdoor pool, as well as access to the fitness center.
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Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Fitness brands have cashed in on the generation’s fitness craze, with sneaker brand On partnering with 29-year-old actor Zendaya in April 2025.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 6 Feb. 2026
In the end, success on the professional tennis court is about mastering the ability to focus on your game, fitness and strategy.
—Beth Herman, Boston Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
The best cardio choice depends on your fitness level, goals, and recovery needs.
—Rikkilynn Shields Hannigan, Health, 6 Feb. 2026
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Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Fitness brands have cashed in on the generation’s fitness craze, with sneaker brand On partnering with 29-year-old actor Zendaya in April 2025.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 6 Feb. 2026
In the end, success on the professional tennis court is about mastering the ability to focus on your game, fitness and strategy.
—Beth Herman, Boston Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
The best cardio choice depends on your fitness level, goals, and recovery needs.
—Rikkilynn Shields Hannigan, Health, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fitness
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That website's launch was memorably rocky -- only six people successfully signed up for health plans on the website's first day, according to internal Obama administration notes obtained by congressional Republicans -- a failure that became a political liability for the Obama administration.—
DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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This suggests that spider silk research could offer new insights into human health, particularly in understanding how biological signaling works at a molecular level.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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And the remaining four — Adam Sandler, Chase Infiniti, Sydney Sweeney and Jeremy Allen White — are nothing to sneeze at either, in terms of both artistic achievement and of-the-moment cultural relevance.—
Todd Longwell,
Variety,
4 Feb. 2026
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Grossing over $7 million in its first weekend, the number is being presented as proof of audience demand, cultural relevance, and cinematic success.—
Debbie Millman,
Time,
4 Feb. 2026
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Just as mental wellness has become increasingly vital, pet benefits complement those efforts—helping to reduce loneliness, strengthen relationships and foster a more engaged workforce.—
Marissa Andrada,
Rolling Stone,
4 Feb. 2026
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The rising trend was driven by wellness influencers and raw milk advocates who believe that the pasteurization process destroys bioactives, which are chemicals found in plants and certain foods that promote good health.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
4 Feb. 2026
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Harper reportedly came face-to-face with Manfred and didn’t want to discuss the validity of a potential salary cap.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
4 Feb. 2026
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Raffensperger has repeatedly assured the validity of the 2020 election.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
4 Feb. 2026
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Your body needs vitamin D to absorb calcium and maintain bone strength.—
Zia Sherrell,
Health,
5 Feb. 2026
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There is strength in coming together to pray, Gomez said.—
Anissa Rivera,
Daily News,
5 Feb. 2026
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From their glossy green leaves to their indoor suitability, finding reasons to love this easy-to-grow species won’t be hard to come by.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
1 Feb. 2026
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Then, narrow the choices down further by looking into traits that suit your growing conditions and preferences, including the time between planting and harvest and, if needed, the variety’s suitability for containers or small-space gardens.—
Miri Talabac,
Baltimore Sun,
23 Jan. 2026
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Common Sense Media's Risk Assessment of AI Toys Common Sense Media tested three popular AI toys on the market for technical performance, content safety, developmental appropriateness, privacy practices, and attachment risks.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
22 Jan. 2026
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Then, last January, the City Council voted for a certificate of appropriateness that paved the way for the Tin Shop building to either be relocated or demolished in the future.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2026
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These workflows support inspection and manipulation tasks, while multimodal perception capabilities extend applicability to retail and service environments.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Feb. 2026
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To the extent that a reader has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue discussed above to his/her individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of his/her choosing, including a tax advisor and/or attorney.—
Steve Hruby,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Fitness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fitness. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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