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as in to suffice
archaic to be fitting or proper we hardly know them, so for Christmas a simple card will fit

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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 accommodate
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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present tense third-person singular of fit
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as in suffices
archaic to be fitting or proper we hardly know them, so for Christmas a simple card will fit

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as in qualifies
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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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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plural of fit

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Recent Examples of fit
Verb
Covering is when employees intentionally downplay or hide aspects of themselves to fit in. Tia Katz, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025 Some of them would fit in just as well as decor pieces in your hallway or living room, and many of them would make the best gifts. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 18 Sep. 2025
Noun
Burney grew up working class in Baltimore, endured his father’s fits of rage, pulled shifts at soul-crushing jobs to support his daughter, and lost sight in one eye from injuries in a car accident. The New Yorker, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2025 In Kansas City’s Week 2 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, FOX captured Kelce slamming down his helmet in a fit of dissatisfaction. Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2025
Adjective
At forty-five years old, Shane was fit and healthy. John J. Lennon, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2025 Advertisement The former President’s legal team, however, is seeking to avoid Duterte facing the court—including arguing that the 80-year-old is no longer fit to stand trial. Chad De Guzman, Time, 23 Sep. 2025
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The Air has a rounded metal frame that feels smooth and fits comfortably in your hand. Eric Zeman, PC Magazine, 22 Sep. 2025 Most of all, find something that fits with your home and is cozy to sit on. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 22 Sep. 2025
Noun
Anesthesiologists, in particular, given their role in managing pain during surgery, can often be good fits for chronic pain management specialists. Hany Demian, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025 There were fits thrown by the usual suspects (such as Brian Tyree Henry and Harvey Guillén, not pictured) and more surprising looks such as a tuxedo designed by Figs (yes, the scrubs company) on Noah Wyle (also not pictured). Alex Apatoff, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fit
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fit
Adjective
  • Not all carry-ons are suitable for use on a hiking trail, and not all hiking packs should be used as a carry-on.
    Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2025
  • The rug is suitable for high-traffic areas and is designed with durability in mind, with low-pile fabric that doesn’t shed and resists stains.
    Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • If the Cowboys opt for the poison preferred recently by Carolina, Evans — Tampa Bay’s career receiving yardage leader — could conduct a go-route clinic.
    Joey Knight, Dallas News, 14 Jan. 2023
  • This is my new go-spring treat for sunny afternoons and porch-chair traveling.
    Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 22 Apr. 2021
Adjective
  • Many of the products revealed have been available for pre-order, and the operating system that will power them, iOS 26, was launched shortly after the event.
    James Powel, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025
  • This readily available and inexpensive treatment could change health outcomes for a significant number of cancer survivors who have problematic gene variants.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • After all, beneath a full glam beat is a nourished complexion and healthy strands—and that makes all the difference.
    Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 22 Sep. 2025
  • The analysis shows that aligning incentives toward prevention, early detection, and healthier lifestyles could lower employer premiums by $7,000 per person per year and help reduce chronic disease rates.
    Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 22 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • DeChambeau, who won the 2024 US Open and had a stunning season this year was qualified directly for Team USA.
    Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Sep. 2025
  • The facility is open to the public and offers open play, ladder leagues, drop-in and one-on-one instruction, plus six-week or drop-in group lessons taught by qualified pros.
    Greg Mellen, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Pants like Ewedoos’ Wide-leg Stretchy Work Pants are soft and loose-fitting for all-day wear, plus their dark color easily hides food or drink spills, wrinkles, dirt, and sweat.
    Staff Author, Travel + Leisure, 19 Sep. 2025
  • So perhaps the latest trending dating term is fitting.
    Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Loge, which stands for Live Outside, Go Explore, is for the adventure traveler ready to fly through fresh powder, hit the trails, or soak up some rays while tubing on the Deschutes River.
    Lauren Jones, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2025
  • The property features five distinct bars, a four-star restaurant with a menu built around bourbon pairings, a private golf simulator called Bourbon & Bunkers, a pool, and a wellness program designed to keep guests refreshed and ready for their next bourbon tasting.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • That framing is politically useful but practically useless.
    Kristie De Pena, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
  • But America isn't learning some of the more useful lessons from the engineering state.
    Vincent Ni, NPR, 20 Sep. 2025

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