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as in to correspond
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 to adapt
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 to equip
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 to prepare
to make ready in advance
I won't have time to fit the spare room for the guests
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as in case
a sudden experiencing of a physical or mental disorder
without her medication, she'd have an epileptic fit
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as in burst
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
helpless fits of laughter from the audience
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as in scene
an outburst or display of excited anger
found out what his wife had spent on clothes and threw a fit
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as in suitable
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
clothing that is fit for horseback riding
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as in go
being in a state of fitness for some experience or action
fit for military service
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as in available
capable of or suitable for being used for a particular purpose
I don't think those bald tires are fit for winter driving
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as in healthy
enjoying health and vigor
eat well and stay fit
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as in qualified
having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance
need to hire someone whose language skills make them fit for the job
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Recent Examples of fit
Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 19 July 2025
The gray or cream linen cushions are both wonderfully neutral, so either option will fit right in among the other colors in your home.
—Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 July 2025
Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 July 2025
Jean styles include the 20x Competition Jean 01, a relaxed style with a straight leg, and 20x Competition Jean 02, a regular jean with a narrower fit.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 18 July 2025
Catherine Santino, People.com, 29 July 2025
The designation notes the city's status as a year-round destination with its extensive trails offering outdoor recreational activities fit for all four seasons.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 19 July 2025
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Verb
While these women boast too many accomplishments to fit in a quick roundup, here are just some things to know about each player in the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 19 July 2025
The gray or cream linen cushions are both wonderfully neutral, so either option will fit right in among the other colors in your home.
—Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 July 2025
Noun
He could be moved to save more financially, but Stevens did speak out recently and talk about the 26-year-old's future and potential fit with the team.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 July 2025
Jean styles include the 20x Competition Jean 01, a relaxed style with a straight leg, and 20x Competition Jean 02, a regular jean with a narrower fit.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 18 July 2025
Adjective
The dress featured a record-breaking train Designed by Elizabeth and David Emanuel, Diana's gown was truly fit for a princess — and embodied plenty of bridal trends from the early 1980s.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 29 July 2025
The designation notes the city's status as a year-round destination with its extensive trails offering outdoor recreational activities fit for all four seasons.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 19 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fit
Verb
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Quarterly price adjustments will no longer suffice, particularly in this era of unpredictable and sudden tariff changes and dynamic pricing services.—
Rochelle Thielen,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Instead of turning seven surrounding acres into a private golf course, for example, a run-of-the-mill, subsurface stormwater tank would have sufficed to meet stipulations that new developments cannot intensify flooding on neighboring properties.—
Denise Hruby
Updated July 13,
Miami Herald,
13 July 2025
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Note: Most subscribers have some, but not all, of the puzzles that correspond to the following set of solutions for their local newspaper.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
31 July 2025
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Those results would correspond to earnings growth of 14.2% year over year, as well as a 14% jump in revenue when compared to the prior-year period.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
30 July 2025
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Coale said that while lawyers may be learning to adapt to the technology’s quirks, clients could soon become the larger liability.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
20 July 2025
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Cancellations might also be signs that automakers are learning from their mistakes and even beginning to adapt more quickly.—
Aarian Marshall,
Wired News,
19 July 2025
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The fresh sneaker treats a beloved On silhouette to Loewe’s high-end designer sensibilities and is equipped with signature Speedboard technology capable of boosting runners’ speed while doling out all-day comfort, as well as a cushy Zero-Gravity foam midsole that absorbs impact.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
23 July 2025
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Autos: The new tax break on car loan interest comes equipped with a trunk full of caveats, writes Susan Tompor.—
Leah Olajide,
Freep.com,
23 July 2025
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With four main assembly lines and space for a fifth, the plant can accommodate up to 250 people per shift.—
Rick Barrett,
jsonline.com,
25 July 2025
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The boat can accommodate up to 12 guests and will be crewed by nine, most having double duties like stew/masseuse, deckhand/physical trainer, engineer/yoga instructor.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
25 July 2025
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The event will help shooters prepare for the statewide Marksmanship Challenge.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
29 July 2025
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Firefighters, aided by wind, prepare for fire to shift course Firefighters actively engaged in preparation efforts to limit the fire's chance of spreading to the lodge and store, with the fire inching closer to the store on the east side of the closed State Route 67.—
Rey Covarrubias Jr,
AZCentral.com,
29 July 2025
Noun
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In any case, Reed, who has learned how to teleport an egg, comes up with a plan to teleport the entire planet and everyone on it to a totally different star system.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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The Patient’s Friends Hospital overflows with parents bringing in scrawny children – 200 to 300 cases a day, said Soboh.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Chicago Tribune,
25 July 2025
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The galaxy can be seen undergoing a burst of star formation thanks to the tidal influence of a galactic neighbor, with the glowing red form of an emission nebula visible throughout, giving the impression of a cosmic firework display.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
13 July 2025
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The raging river bursts from its banks around this time, sweeping homes, cars, campers and cabins downstream.—
Rebekah Riess,
CNN Money,
12 July 2025
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