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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
Abdul Rehman, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
The wide two-strap design on this shoe fits well over bunions and allows room for toe stretch.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026
His blend of size, touch and mobility fits the modern frontcourt mold and gives Florida another intriguing piece to develop.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
Victoria and David Beckham leave dinner hand-in-hand in matching navy fits in New York City on April 22.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
The problem many face is finding an internet service provider (ISP) that fits their budget and needs and is also consistent in its service.
—Wyles Daniel, Charlotte Observer, 27 Apr. 2026
Bain would immediately give the Dolphins an elite, powerful edge defender who mauls blockers in front of him and fits the 4-3 base defense coach Jeff Hafley wants to play as a traditional defensive end.
—Kenny Rosarion, Sun Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
No momentum in either direction, which fits the price action perfectly.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 20 Apr. 2026
Look at how this photo fits perfectly.
—Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Luca Evans, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
Here’s part 1 of the series, our look at wing players who could be fits at the mid-level exception or more modest deals.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
Levi’s jeans are known for their high-quality construction and flattering fits — and this bootcut pair is no exception.
—Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
Denim with velvet gradient effects in blue, lace overlays and voluminous wide-leg silhouettes that use up to 60 percent more fabric than standard fits help tell this regal story.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
To prepare for the NFL Draft, the Kansas City Chiefs — and every other team in the NFL — have spent the past month holding top-30 visits with potential fits.
—Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2026
Will that be enough to overcome what Buffalo has been trying to grow, through fits and stops, for a decade and a half?
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 17 Apr. 2026
Spring 2026 denim trends favor relaxed, oversized silhouettes over skinny fits, with looser shapes, lower rises, and playful details dominating the season.
—Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
Zach Galifianakis plays the retired Carl Bardolph, who’s considered a gnomic sage by the Duncans of the world even as his sessions with JoAnne uncover an overgrown child beholden to fits of rage.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 12 Apr. 2026
Verb
At this stage of the season, targeting motivated teams with something to play for is often one of the best strategies, and Gibbs-White fits that profile perfectly.
—Abdul Rehman, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
The wide two-strap design on this shoe fits well over bunions and allows room for toe stretch.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026
His blend of size, touch and mobility fits the modern frontcourt mold and gives Florida another intriguing piece to develop.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
Victoria and David Beckham leave dinner hand-in-hand in matching navy fits in New York City on April 22.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
The problem many face is finding an internet service provider (ISP) that fits their budget and needs and is also consistent in its service.
—Wyles Daniel, Charlotte Observer, 27 Apr. 2026
Bain would immediately give the Dolphins an elite, powerful edge defender who mauls blockers in front of him and fits the 4-3 base defense coach Jeff Hafley wants to play as a traditional defensive end.
—Kenny Rosarion, Sun Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
No momentum in either direction, which fits the price action perfectly.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 20 Apr. 2026
Look at how this photo fits perfectly.
—Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Noun
Here's a breakdown of the 10 best remaining fits for Denver at their late-second-round slot Friday.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
Here’s part 1 of the series, our look at wing players who could be fits at the mid-level exception or more modest deals.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
Levi’s jeans are known for their high-quality construction and flattering fits — and this bootcut pair is no exception.
—Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
Denim with velvet gradient effects in blue, lace overlays and voluminous wide-leg silhouettes that use up to 60 percent more fabric than standard fits help tell this regal story.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
To prepare for the NFL Draft, the Kansas City Chiefs — and every other team in the NFL — have spent the past month holding top-30 visits with potential fits.
—Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2026
Will that be enough to overcome what Buffalo has been trying to grow, through fits and stops, for a decade and a half?
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 17 Apr. 2026
Spring 2026 denim trends favor relaxed, oversized silhouettes over skinny fits, with looser shapes, lower rises, and playful details dominating the season.
—Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
Zach Galifianakis plays the retired Carl Bardolph, who’s considered a gnomic sage by the Duncans of the world even as his sessions with JoAnne uncover an overgrown child beholden to fits of rage.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 12 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fits
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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
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Publishers appear to be clinging to an old model, cutting costs, trying to preserve a structure that no longer corresponds to the hunger of the writing itself.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Apr. 2026
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This sum corresponds to the date in March on which Easter Sunday falls.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
4 Apr. 2026
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The hit show adapts the iconography of the beloved games while continuing to establish its own identity as one of the most creative shows on television.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
23 Apr. 2026
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Rotterdam is what happens when a city in the midst of transformation adapts to change without losing any reverence for its former selves.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Sixers’ Nick Nurse is widely believed to be under pressure too, meaning Sunday’s loss to Boston, which put them in a 3-1 hole, qualifies as a step in the wrong direction.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Most of the experts STAT consulted believe the virus either now qualifies as, or is on its way to becoming, just another one of the viruses that make people sick with cold or flu-like symptoms — with some caveats.—
Helen Branswell,
STAT,
27 Apr. 2026
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The platform also accommodates mobile properties such as boats and recreational vehicles, where operational knowledge plays a significant role in both safety and enjoyment.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Accessibility Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa accommodates guests with disabilities and offers ADA-compliant and mobility- and hearing-accessible guest room types.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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After the bell, Apple reports as CEO Tim Cook prepares to step down .—
Alexa LoMonaco,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2026
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The incident comes as Washington prepares for the high-profile visit, with streets around the National Mall adorned with Union Jack.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Later that evening, three rounds of hail inundated the house, followed by two bouts of whipping winds.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Apr. 2026
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During the competition 10 teams of poets compete in preliminary bouts with the top four teams performing at Finals.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
26 Apr. 2026
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Kay describes the aesthetic of the record in bursts.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
28 Apr. 2026
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Sycamore’s story is told in short bursts that immerse the reader into the present moment, creating a sense of urgency in the exploration of self, art, and family.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Fits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fits. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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