as in suitable
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
it is only fitting that you should be the one to take her back to the airport since she flew out to see you
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1
as in befitting
archaic
to be fitting or proper
we hardly know them, so for Christmas a simple card will fit
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as in corresponding
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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3
as in adjusting
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 preparing
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 accommodating
to make or have room for
we can fit you in the booth if the rest of us squeeze closer together
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as in arranging
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 fitting
Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 14 Oct. 2025
For hair care, Swift keeps things just as luxurious with Christophe Robin’s Delicate Volumising Shampoo and Conditioner with Rose Extracts—a fitting choice for someone whose hair undergoes daily styling and sweating.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 14 Oct. 2025
Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 7 Oct. 2025
The actress recently became an ambassador for the brand, and the family had coordinating denim outfits paired with loose-fitting tops.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 7 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
The pizza was a fitting celebration for the end of a 200-hour period of treating the river with a copper solution to eradicate the mussels.
—Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 14 Oct. 2025
For hair care, Swift keeps things just as luxurious with Christophe Robin’s Delicate Volumising Shampoo and Conditioner with Rose Extracts—a fitting choice for someone whose hair undergoes daily styling and sweating.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 14 Oct. 2025
Verb
The trio took in the designer's spring/summer 2026 collection in loose-fitting casualwear, with all three sporting denim.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 7 Oct. 2025
The actress recently became an ambassador for the brand, and the family had coordinating denim outfits paired with loose-fitting tops.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 7 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fitting
Adjective
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Field Study Woven Tartan Runner Rug Not all patterns are suitable for every home, but this inviting runner rug can truly work with every style.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
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The stretchy material allows for easy movement, which is suitable for workouts and lounging.—
Melody Kazel,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025
Verb
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While each leader will act in ways befitting their unique situation, there are at least four common ingredients for success.—
Carolyn Dewar,
Big Think,
7 Oct. 2025
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Produced before the rigid censorship of Hollywood’s Hays Code, The Old Dark House is much more explicit than horror films in the years to follow, dripping with provocations and innuendos, with a daring sensibility befitting a director whose own personal life flew in the face of convention.—
Samantha Allen,
Them.,
7 Oct. 2025
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For a while, this was alleviated by trying to help police with their investigations, corresponding with her father, and working with organizations meant to help victims of violent and high profile crimes.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
11 Oct. 2025
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When aftershock data is available, the corresponding maps and charts include earthquakes within 100 miles and seven days of the initial quake.—
William B. Davis,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
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No team has had to deal with more injuries over the last few years as the 49ers, but also no team does a better job of adjusting on the fly.—
Mark Kern,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Oct. 2025
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The chain will also be adjusting its holiday hours to stay open later on select days, Zapata said.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
10 Oct. 2025
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How has Perez been preparing the ground for change?—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Amazon is preparing to cut as much as 15% of its human resources staff, with additional layoffs likely in other divisions, according to multiple sources familiar with the plans.—
Jason Del Rey,
Fortune,
15 Oct. 2025
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The government is pouring billions of dollars into developing Mecca and Medina, with a view to accommodating 30 million worshippers a year by 2030.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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The Featherweight StyleMax Hair Dryer is one of the best hair dryers for curly hair due to its diffuser, comb, and concentrator attachments that enhance types 2A to 4C hair, as well as its accommodating selection of heat and airflow settings.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The appropriate State or local election official shall place such names on the official voting list.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
17 Oct. 2025
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Reddit threads dissect what’s real and what’s not, cataloging whether a timepiece is authentic, era-appropriate, or even properly worn.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The release of Skims’ new thong is uniquely coinciding with a wider conversation about female body hair happening in beauty now, as brands such as Billie double down on product partnerships with bush-positive messaging.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
15 Oct. 2025
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The Orionids meteor shower peaks October 20th/21st here in 2025, coinciding with a new Moon.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
13 Oct. 2025
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“Fitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fitting. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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