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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
Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 11 May 2026
In terms of celebrity couple fits, one duo consistently comes out on top.
—Olivia Allen, Vogue, 11 May 2026
Its compact size fits easily into her purse or jacket pocket, and the cardboard packaging is simpler to open and close for someone with limited finger dexterity.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
Designed with mesh inside for breathability and a one-size-fits-most construction.
—ABC News, 9 May 2026
Beyond athletics, creative opportunities such as a summer art camp ensure that students with a variety of interests can find a program that fits their passions.
—Cullen Gibson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
The brand has also received backlash for its one size fits all approach to clothing, which was later changed to one size fits most.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
That distinction changes the way the company fits into the larger AI conversation.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 8 May 2026
The highlight for me, though, is that the petite sizing fits my 5-foot frame without any hemming.
—Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
Lisa Song, ProPublica, 7 May 2026
But these stars spit stuff out in fits and starts, not a steady stream.
—Paul Sutter, Space.com, 3 May 2026
The restaurant initially opened in 2022, and after some fits and starts reopened in 2024.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Pilates shakes, left its mark on gym fits and everyday fashion, and even inspired a popular Spotify playlist.
—Julia Landwehr, Health, 27 Apr. 2026
Playing it safe left her a couple of par putts in the 6-foot range, the ones that had given her fits in the third round.
—ABC News, 26 Apr. 2026
In terms of our scheme fits, all that had to be there.
—Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2026
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
Verb
Stability has been the theme of all 2026-27 broadcast schedules released so far, and Fox fits that to a t with a fall 2026 lineup that closely mirrors the fall 2025 one.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 11 May 2026
In terms of celebrity couple fits, one duo consistently comes out on top.
—Olivia Allen, Vogue, 11 May 2026
Its compact size fits easily into her purse or jacket pocket, and the cardboard packaging is simpler to open and close for someone with limited finger dexterity.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
Designed with mesh inside for breathability and a one-size-fits-most construction.
—ABC News, 9 May 2026
Beyond athletics, creative opportunities such as a summer art camp ensure that students with a variety of interests can find a program that fits their passions.
—Cullen Gibson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
The brand has also received backlash for its one size fits all approach to clothing, which was later changed to one size fits most.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
That distinction changes the way the company fits into the larger AI conversation.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 8 May 2026
The highlight for me, though, is that the petite sizing fits my 5-foot frame without any hemming.
—Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
Noun
Nearby, two girls, ages 6 and 10, started wearing layers of surgical masks indoors, but that didn’t prevent their coughing fits.
—Lisa Song, ProPublica, 7 May 2026
But these stars spit stuff out in fits and starts, not a steady stream.
—Paul Sutter, Space.com, 3 May 2026
The restaurant initially opened in 2022, and after some fits and starts reopened in 2024.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Pilates shakes, left its mark on gym fits and everyday fashion, and even inspired a popular Spotify playlist.
—Julia Landwehr, Health, 27 Apr. 2026
Playing it safe left her a couple of par putts in the 6-foot range, the ones that had given her fits in the third round.
—ABC News, 26 Apr. 2026
In terms of our scheme fits, all that had to be there.
—Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2026
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
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
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Each assault count corresponds to a moment Mendoza Hernandez’s car lurched forward, about seven seconds apart.—
Scott Lebar. Story produced with AI assistance,
Sacbee.com,
7 May 2026
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Anika Reed The Costume Institute exhibit has a distinct theme each year that corresponds with the Met Gala.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
5 May 2026
Verb
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Crew adapts to laser controls One important result was how fast sailors learned to use the system.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
4 May 2026
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In addition, the Academy, which adapts its rules every year, retained the right to request additional information about how AI was used and the extent of human authorship in any project that uses generative AI.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
3 May 2026
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Under the Gold Card, the $1 million automatically qualifies an applicant as having a special or extraordinary ability.—
Robert Frank,
CNBC,
8 May 2026
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Under the act, changes were made to work requirements, who qualifies and what food can be purchased through the program.—
Amethyst Martinez,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
Verb
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Although my prescription lenses work on the standard frames, some don’t, which is why there is now a $500 version that accommodates a wider range of prescriptions.—
Larry Magid,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
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Set within a four-hectare estate in a prime location, the property accommodates no more than 87 guests at any one time.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 May 2026
Verb
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During the most classic hero’s journey of them all, Odysseus prepares assiduously for his encounter with the Sirens, tying himself to the mast long before he can be tempted.—
Andrew Marantz,
New Yorker,
9 May 2026
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As SpaceX prepares for the first flight of V3 of its Starship vehicle, the company is facing a new legal challenge from local residents who claim its launches damage their homes, Space News reports.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
8 May 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
Noun
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Scientists at Stanford found that biological aging accelerates in two distinct bursts, once around age 44 and again around 60, making the 30s and 40s a critical window for intervention.—
Allison Palmer,
Charlotte Observer,
6 May 2026
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In fact, when experienced in short bursts, stress can be beneficial by increasing focus, improving performance and preparing the body to handle challenges.—
Danielle Wilhour,
The Conversation,
5 May 2026
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