as in suitable
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
her personality is well fitted to a desk job
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as in corresponded
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 adjusted
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 equipped
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 prepared
to make ready in advance
I won't have time to fit the spare room for the guests
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Recent Examples of fitted
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
6 May 2026
Sargent’s 1883 masterwork has a storied history: The portrait originally depicted French socialite Madame Pierre Gautreau in a black fitted gown, with one strap subtly slipping off her shoulder—a detail that caused such an uproar that Sargent repainted the strap upright.
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Margaux Anbouba,
Vogue,
4 May 2026
Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
24 June 2026
With terms ranging from as short as three months to as long as 10 years, there's likely an account that can easily fit your needs and goals, too.
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Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
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Adjective
Conversely, a more fitted piece may feel better if it’s thoughtfully constructed to minimize movement and rubbing.
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Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
6 May 2026
Sargent’s 1883 masterwork has a storied history: The portrait originally depicted French socialite Madame Pierre Gautreau in a black fitted gown, with one strap subtly slipping off her shoulder—a detail that caused such an uproar that Sargent repainted the strap upright.
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Margaux Anbouba,
Vogue,
4 May 2026
Verb
Smaller varieties, which often have ‘Mini’ or ‘Patio’ in their name, often fit in a 3-gallon pot.
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Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
24 June 2026
With terms ranging from as short as three months to as long as 10 years, there's likely an account that can easily fit your needs and goals, too.
—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
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Accessibility Unfortunately, the suites at Hotel Ottilia are not suitable for those with reduced mobility.
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IsoHemp’s blocks, made out of hemp and lime binders, can be integrated into load-bearing structures, and are suitable for both interior and exterior walls.
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He is entitled, dismissive and will go out of his way to say something cruel and condescending when nothing at all would have sufficed.
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What sufficed for drama down the stretch was whether May’s team would join Jerry Tarkanian’s 1990 UNLV juggernaut as only the second team to hit triple digits at the Final Four in the modern era.
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To my surprise, Krassner and Epstein corresponded until May 2019, two months before the latter’s arrest.
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The wins corresponded with European triumphs; the loss with a European setback.
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Since the Labour Party took office in 2024, average weekly pay, adjusted for inflation and excluding bonuses, has inched up less than 1% to £494 ($651), according to the UK statistics office — hardly better than the growth since 2019.
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The openings in the blinds' slats can be adjusted to give you custom control of glare, light, and heat.
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So in addition to saving this place, everyone on Team Bear now has to try to earn a Michelin star on a night when they may be least equipped to do their best work.
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Following years of economic devastation and underinvestment in public services, the country’s infrastructure – from hospitals to electricity and water – is ill-equipped to deal with a crisis like this.
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Textron and the participating pilots also have to coordinate with the Special Olympics organizers to make sure all the athletes are accommodated appropriately.
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Extreme weather that experts say may be fueled by climate change has become a concern for producers, who say the problem should be accommodated with a more predictable purchase price.
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Instead of constantly reacting, teams are prepared.
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Christian Moya, an assistant coach and set-piece analyst at La Liga club Sevilla, was impressed by the detail with which Tuchel’s side had prepared their set-piece approach for their opening match against Croatia last Wednesday.
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In Europe, older buildings can, however, make air-conditioner installation costly and complicated, often requiring lengthy wait times for fitting.
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This pick can support up to 400 pounds, has a breathable mesh backing, and packs down small, fitting into a convenient carrying bag when not in use.
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“Fitted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fitted. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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