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as in corresponds
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 adapts
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 qualifies
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 prepares
to make ready in advance
I won't have time to fit the spare room for the guests
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as in bouts
a sudden experiencing of a physical or mental disorder
without her medication, she'd have an epileptic fit
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as in bursts
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
helpless fits of laughter from the audience
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as in huffs
an outburst or display of excited anger
found out what his wife had spent on clothes and threw a fit
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Recent Examples of fits
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2026
Her current pale pink fits right in with the ballerina-pink palette that’s been trending for both lips and nails this spring.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 23 Feb. 2026
The best time often depends on what fits your routine and how your body responds.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 23 Feb. 2026
Langford very much fits in with this group.
—Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News, 23 Feb. 2026
Trying to understand what the DNA is and how a producer fits in that role is always a challenge.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 23 Feb. 2026
The company said the addition of the KwikPen is intended to expand choice and allow patients and health care providers to select the option that best fits individual needs and preferences.
—Shafiq Najib, ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
Each compartment fits up to eight pills and is marked with the day of the week.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
The Army now wants to determine how the system fits into its own brigade-level operations.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Feb. 2026
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 19 Feb. 2026
Breaks in the case have come in fits and starts.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Rodriguez is one of the best early fits for Denver in this class, but is currently projected to go around the third round.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 18 Feb. 2026
While some evaluators get heavily caught up in scheme fits and traits, Kirksey is more concerned with a player’s makeup.
—Mike Kaye
february 17, Charlotte Observer, 17 Feb. 2026
Start with a pair of the Peepers blue-light glasses she’s repeatedly praised and a fits-everything, travel-ready crossbody that earned a spot on her 2025 Favorite Things list.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026
There were no street-style fits or social media postings, just vaping and gossiping and patiently waiting to be let in to dance.
—Leigh Nordstrom, Footwear News, 15 Feb. 2026
Native Americans used it to treat multiple symptoms such as coughing fits, insomnia and urinary problems.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Today, Smith’s four snow helmet collections offer three fits, eight different technologies, and nearly 50 helmets to choose from.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Verb
In a historic home or cabin, wood often feels like the only material that fits.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2026
Her current pale pink fits right in with the ballerina-pink palette that’s been trending for both lips and nails this spring.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 23 Feb. 2026
The best time often depends on what fits your routine and how your body responds.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 23 Feb. 2026
Langford very much fits in with this group.
—Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News, 23 Feb. 2026
Trying to understand what the DNA is and how a producer fits in that role is always a challenge.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 23 Feb. 2026
The company said the addition of the KwikPen is intended to expand choice and allow patients and health care providers to select the option that best fits individual needs and preferences.
—Shafiq Najib, ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
Each compartment fits up to eight pills and is marked with the day of the week.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
The Army now wants to determine how the system fits into its own brigade-level operations.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Feb. 2026
Noun
On Monday, the brand launched ClassiQ, a men’s and women’s collection of refined styles built on durable construction, premium materials and iconic fits.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 19 Feb. 2026
Breaks in the case have come in fits and starts.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Rodriguez is one of the best early fits for Denver in this class, but is currently projected to go around the third round.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 18 Feb. 2026
While some evaluators get heavily caught up in scheme fits and traits, Kirksey is more concerned with a player’s makeup.
—Mike Kaye
february 17, Charlotte Observer, 17 Feb. 2026
Start with a pair of the Peepers blue-light glasses she’s repeatedly praised and a fits-everything, travel-ready crossbody that earned a spot on her 2025 Favorite Things list.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026
There were no street-style fits or social media postings, just vaping and gossiping and patiently waiting to be let in to dance.
—Leigh Nordstrom, Footwear News, 15 Feb. 2026
Native Americans used it to treat multiple symptoms such as coughing fits, insomnia and urinary problems.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Today, Smith’s four snow helmet collections offer three fits, eight different technologies, and nearly 50 helmets to choose from.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fits
Verb
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This is not a moment where simply modeling democratic and humanitarian principles by our own behavior suffices.—
Ernesto Burden,
Washington Post,
9 Feb. 2026
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For some, the lower-tier MacBook Air suffices.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
4 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In her experience, 15% often corresponds to about 33 pounds (15 kilograms).—
Nicole Hernandez,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
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That corresponds to year-on-year increases of roughly 25% and 20%.—
Frederic Lemieux,
Fortune,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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It’s designed to handle all types of terrain and conditions, adapts as your kids grow, and is stacked with plenty of features that make traveling with the family much easier.—
Erica Zazo,
Outside,
20 Feb. 2026
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Moreover, the philosophy of the brand is to create clothing that adapts to diverse environments and provides long-lasting comfort and caters to the needs of creators, engineers, designers and other forward-thinking professionals.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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There is no specific rule about who qualifies for the honor, a decision controlled by concurrence from both the House and Senate.—
MATT BROWN,
Arkansas Online,
21 Feb. 2026
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But in its first season, Reggie Dinkins already qualifies as a hell of a comeback.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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With private suites, barbecues, and outdoor dining areas, the retreat naturally accommodates families and friend groups eager to immerse themselves in the desert’s serenity.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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Designed to operate off-grid, the towable home has a snug and storage-packed interior that comfortably accommodates two people.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The ban will remain in place while the government prepares to appeal, said Haroon Siddique in The Guardian.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
21 Feb. 2026
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This cleanup not only enhances your lawn's appearance but also prepares it for healthy, robust growth as warmer days approach.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
21 Feb. 2026
Noun
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But those attention-grabbing bouts only temporarily push back on the notion that boxing is in trouble at the grassroots level.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 Feb. 2026
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Women may experience bouts of unexplained sadness, fatigue, or low energy.—
Jocelyn Solis-Moreira,
Flow Space,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The storms that pummeled Southern California this week brought dramatic wind gusts, bursts of rain and lightning that set trees on fire, not to mention heavy snow.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Curlers need an intense training regimen, dedicated to sustaining them through short bursts of cardiovascular exercise (sweeping) and keeping their legs flexible and strong to support the deep lunge position adopted when hurling the stone.—
Julia Frankel,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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