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
to put among or between others
do you think you can fit this picture into the album?I can fit you in between my two o'clock and three o'clock appointments
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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Recent Examples of fit
Verb
Now the firm has used this experience to fit a two-bedroom model suitable for a small family into a length of just 26 ft (7.9 m).—New Atlas, 25 June 2025 Then use painter’s tape to outline the silhouette on your floor, ensuring the couch will fit.—Dina Cheney, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2025
Noun
In addition to their sophisticated build and tech aspirations, the home will center around wellness, a natural fit for the location by the beach in the desirable local.—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 26 June 2025 The stretchy waistband and tie closure ankles ensured a flattering fit without them ever feeling tight.—Hannah Freedman, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2025
Adjective
Altitude sickness can be a major factor for even the fittest competitors.—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 21 June 2025 There’s so much to enjoy about this high-waisted bikini, including its adjustable straps for a comfy fit, high-quality fabric that will last through hours of swimming (and washing), and a full lining design for a tummy control effect.—Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 13 June 2025
Adjective
Just go a size or two down from your usual for a fitted look.—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 17 Apr. 2025 Granted, unlike regular tees, this one is extra soft and fitted and features fine ribbed detailing on the neckline, hem, and sleeves.—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2025
Verb
The boxy top-handle tote became an instant icon, at a time when city-dwelling young women with high standards weren’t seeing bags that were versatile enough to fit a back-to-the-basics ’90s aesthetic.—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 12 Apr. 2025 As a powerhouse who knows how to inflict pain, King perfectly fits the faction's mold.—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fit
The 30-month-long case, which thrust Idaho into the national spotlight, spanned several states as investigators searched for a suspect for nearly seven weeks.
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Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
1 July 2025
So there were nipple covers or, in some cases, full breasts.
Pride Month tends to arrive in a confetti burst of color.
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Sophia Bush,
Time,
20 June 2025
In a burst of architectural brilliance, a pair of striking glass hallways connect the two wings of the main house, one spotlighting views of a cascading creek and the other lush landscaping.
Officers were called by a neighbor who saw Perez holding a knife and arrived at the scene to subdue him but used deadly force instead of non-violent means of intervention.
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Sophie Clark,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 June 2025
The Equinox driver stayed at the scene, and both she and Martinez were transported by EMS to Jacob Medical Center, where Martinez died from severe internal injuries.
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Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
29 June 2025
The motivation for this Paul fight doesn’t appear to be at the same level as some of his previous bouts.
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Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
The ceasefire ended the bloodiest bout of violence in the decades-long grudge match between Iran and Israel, but the hours after its immediate announcement saw some of the fiercest fighting in the 12-day war.
Like Squid Game, Dead Set juxtaposes familiar cultural symbols and settings with grim, inevitable explosions of blood, straddling the line between twisted, compelling drama and a sobering reminder of violence lurking in our present society.
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Rory Doherty,
Time,
27 June 2025
No one was injured in the explosion, which rained debris on the beaches of the northern Mexican state of Tamaulipas.
Getty Images To date, the post has amassed more than 900 comments from TikTok viewers, many of them poking fun at the golden retriever mother's annoyed expression and shallow huffs.
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Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
The chute opens, and rambunctious No. 2 bursts out with an impatient huff.
Russia has stepped up attacks on Ukraine despite talks between the two countries in Istanbul, which were supposed to lead to a ceasefire.
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Joanna Kakissis,
NPR,
29 June 2025
Sunday’s attacks follow Russian President Vladimir Putin’s comments two days ago that Moscow is ready for a fresh round of direct peace talks in Istanbul.
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Volodymyr Yurchuk,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2025
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