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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
Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 23 Aug. 2025
The electrohydraulic power steering system features upgraded cooling, and new ceramic wheel bearings are fitted to improve overall robustness dealing with sustained duty on circuits around the globe.
—Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Matt Grobar, Deadline, 13 Aug. 2025
The stylish bag comes with an adjustable and removable contrasting crossbody strap, enabling you to customize the fit to feel comfortable.
—Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 12 Aug. 2025
Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 22 Aug. 2025
All of these shapewear shorts, briefs, camisoles, and bodysuits have passed our rigorous testing, impressing us with their superior fit, comfort, support, and contouring and smoothing capabilities.
—Claire Harmeyer, People.com, 20 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Most interestingly, though, is the ways in which formal attire has adapted to fit the needs of society at the time.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 23 Aug. 2025
The electrohydraulic power steering system features upgraded cooling, and new ceramic wheel bearings are fitted to improve overall robustness dealing with sustained duty on circuits around the globe.
—Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Noun
Boasting a first-look deal at New Line, the company also has a real interest in comedy, and is thus a natural fit for a studio that has historically gravitated between their genres of choice.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 13 Aug. 2025
The stylish bag comes with an adjustable and removable contrasting crossbody strap, enabling you to customize the fit to feel comfortable.
—Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Kelty Chef Roll Bag Check out this hanging organizer with four zipper pockets perfectly sized to fit cooking tools and utensils, spices, or even small items, not for the camp kitchen.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 22 Aug. 2025
All of these shapewear shorts, briefs, camisoles, and bodysuits have passed our rigorous testing, impressing us with their superior fit, comfort, support, and contouring and smoothing capabilities.
—Claire Harmeyer, People.com, 20 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fit
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If so, would actions as a private citizen before joining the Fed suffice as a cause for firing by a U.S president?—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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Ortega said that if the City Council determines that this does not suffice as a pedestrian-friendly amenity, River House Ministries could be required to revise its redevelopment plan.—
Amaia Gavica,
Idaho Statesman,
11 Aug. 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,
24 Aug. 2025
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But the agency rarely issues full-on swim bans based on water quality; for that to happen, test results need to correspond with an event when sewage flows into the lake, said Cathy Breitenbach, natural resources director at the Chicago Park District.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Aug. 2025
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Navigating these divergent end uses means adapting not just to market demand but to the geopolitical and policy priorities behind it.—
Robert Ginsburg,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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This article has been adapted from Ilana Kurshan’s forthcoming memoir, Children of the Book.—
Ilana Kurshan,
The Atlantic,
24 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Our adobe house was equipped with nothing but electricity—no plumbing, no running water—so a fair amount of physical labor was necessary to get through each day.—
Vivian Gornick,
New Yorker,
16 Aug. 2025
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The group’s divisions include a virtual production facility called V Studio, equipped with LED wall technology, and krADR, which runs ADR recording stages used by international studios.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 Aug. 2025
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It was built in the 1960s to serve low-income seniors but grew to accommodate adults of all ages over time, according to LMHA.—
Killian Baarlaer,
The Courier-Journal,
22 Aug. 2025
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The nearly 250,000-gross-ton ship measures 1,196 feet long and can accommodate 5,610 guests at double occupancy.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
21 Aug. 2025
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State officials advised residents to prepare for the possibility of dangerous conditions along beaches and coastal communities.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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For those who enjoy seeing hummingbirds in their yards each year, now is the time to start preparing.—
Jordan Green,
Nashville Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Republican governors have passed property tax refund proposals and, in some cases, successfully capped what cities can charge residents.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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In the first case, the pupil might return to the master with a description of their face, or a leaf, or a rock—all of which would be dismissed as wrong.—
Sebastian Purcell
August 18,
Literary Hub,
18 Aug. 2025
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Jefferson relies on his burst and explosiveness to dominate opposing defensive backs.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Aug. 2025
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The latest report came as consumers await a possible burst of inflation as President Donald Trump's tariffs take hold.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
16 Aug. 2025
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“Fit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fit. Accessed 30 Aug. 2025.
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