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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
Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026
Creator content has traditionally been associated with mobile and social platforms, but companies including Amazon are increasingly looking at how that material fits into the living-room experience and can appeal to a wide demo beyond younger audiences.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 22 June 2026
The Bulls are eager to start their rebuild process with Wilson, a hyper-athletic wing who fits into Graham’s vision for a lengthy young core in Chicago.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2026
One meal that fits the bill is vegetable tacos on whole-grain tortillas with avocado, served with a side salad, two kiwifruits for dessert, and a large glass of water.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 22 June 2026
Of all the colors in the series, this one fits into my arsenal of speakers and amps and other equipment the best.
—Paul Ridden
june 22, New Atlas, 22 June 2026
Malpractice is not a word that should ever be used to describe youth sports, but, when the cleat fits.
—Mac Engel
june 22, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 June 2026
Taking that approach, Whitford fits the role like a glove.
—David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 22 June 2026
If so, the Yankees could end up trading for a right-handed-hitting catcher who better fits a platoon or backup role.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 22 June 2026
Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 18 June 2026
There were certainly many unsuccessful fits and starts.
—Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Several times, officers helping prop open the door dart away from the plane and double over in coughing fits because of the intense smoke.
—CBS News, 17 June 2026
Best chrome wheel cleaner Best cleaners While many detailing brands use a one-cleaner-fits-all approach to wheels, Meguiar’s specifically formulates theirs for chrome.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
For many small or growing businesses and side hustles, the Ink Business Unlimited and Ink Business Cash are better fits.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 12 June 2026
Separating the waste from the recycling resulted in the compactors being picked up less frequently, but one item was still giving Prairie fits.
—Carlton Gillespie, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
Woolen has caused fits for almost every top pass catcher on the roster.
—Zach Berman, New York Times, 11 June 2026
In a Thursday, June 4 post on Instagram, King shared several snaps of her and her friends, who also sported Pitbull's classic getup, flaunting their 'fits and rocking out to the rapper's songs.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
Verb
This durable hardside suitcase fits travel clothes, shoes, beauty tools, and more with ease thanks to its spacious design.
—Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026
Creator content has traditionally been associated with mobile and social platforms, but companies including Amazon are increasingly looking at how that material fits into the living-room experience and can appeal to a wide demo beyond younger audiences.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 22 June 2026
The Bulls are eager to start their rebuild process with Wilson, a hyper-athletic wing who fits into Graham’s vision for a lengthy young core in Chicago.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2026
One meal that fits the bill is vegetable tacos on whole-grain tortillas with avocado, served with a side salad, two kiwifruits for dessert, and a large glass of water.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 22 June 2026
Of all the colors in the series, this one fits into my arsenal of speakers and amps and other equipment the best.
—Paul Ridden
june 22, New Atlas, 22 June 2026
Malpractice is not a word that should ever be used to describe youth sports, but, when the cleat fits.
—Mac Engel
june 22, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 June 2026
Taking that approach, Whitford fits the role like a glove.
—David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 22 June 2026
If so, the Yankees could end up trading for a right-handed-hitting catcher who better fits a platoon or backup role.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 22 June 2026
Noun
The women’s assortment spans slim, straight, kick flare, boyfriend wide leg and relaxed straight fits made with stretch denim to 100 percent cotton chore jackets and overalls.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 18 June 2026
There were certainly many unsuccessful fits and starts.
—Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Several times, officers helping prop open the door dart away from the plane and double over in coughing fits because of the intense smoke.
—CBS News, 17 June 2026
Best chrome wheel cleaner Best cleaners While many detailing brands use a one-cleaner-fits-all approach to wheels, Meguiar’s specifically formulates theirs for chrome.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
For many small or growing businesses and side hustles, the Ink Business Unlimited and Ink Business Cash are better fits.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 12 June 2026
Separating the waste from the recycling resulted in the compactors being picked up less frequently, but one item was still giving Prairie fits.
—Carlton Gillespie, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
Woolen has caused fits for almost every top pass catcher on the roster.
—Zach Berman, New York Times, 11 June 2026
In a Thursday, June 4 post on Instagram, King shared several snaps of her and her friends, who also sported Pitbull's classic getup, flaunting their 'fits and rocking out to the rapper's songs.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fits
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But why buy brand new items when an old pillowcase suffices?—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
14 May 2026
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That rationale for military power no longer suffices.—
Eliot A. Cohen,
The Atlantic,
11 May 2026
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From a mathematical perspective, this situation corresponds to the museum guard problem but with 22 areas, or holes, where our guard or video camera cannot see.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
13 June 2026
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Pendy’s $53 price target corresponds to a rally of 55% ahead.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
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Year-round programming adapts to the seasons, with both kids' and teen programs ensuring young travelers are entertained while adults relax with activities, spa treatments, or quiet meals.—
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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This season adapts Anne Rice’s novel of the same name, which is told from the perspective of Lestat, played by Reid, and transforms him into a touring musician.—
Precious Fondren,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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The legal boundaries of who qualifies as a Parsi are relatively recent for a sect that’s millennia old.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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Deutch, so great as Jean Seberg in Richard Linklater’s valentine to Godard, Nouvelle Vague, runs the gamut of emotions in this one, a performance that works on every level and a knockout that qualifies her a spot in the rom-com hall of fame alongside Julia Roberts, Kate Hudson and Ryan.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
18 June 2026
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An upper floor was added in 2014 and accommodates a gourmet food court showcasing the best of Tuscan cuisine alongside chic wine and coffee bars.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
16 June 2026
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At the helm, bucket seats reinforce the high- performance feel, while the cockpit accommodates up to 12 guests, with a central dining area, twin aft sunpads, and a larger sunpad forward.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
16 June 2026
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This comes as the company reportedly slashes product prices and prepares for a potential IPO, amid accusations from Florida's AG regarding unsafe product releases.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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Michelle Yeung prepares matcha.—
Mike Winters,
CNBC,
19 June 2026
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It’s been a long 3½ years for Gio Reyna, whose promising career has been derailed by a string of injuries, bouts of immaturity and an aborted loan deal to England’s Nottingham Forest.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 June 2026
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Rethinking daily movement as a series of small resets — rather than a single block of exercise — can shift how your body responds to long bouts of sitting.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
22 June 2026
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For decades, observatories have recorded brief-but-bright flashes of radio waves—fast radio bursts, or FRBs—whose origin on the sky astronomers have managed to pinpoint in only a handful of cases.—
Joseph Howlett,
Scientific American,
18 June 2026
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This could be rescheduling a doctor's appointment, finding a contractor after a pipe bursts, or picking up your dry cleaning before a flight in the morning.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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“Fits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fits. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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