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as in lawsuit
a court case for enforcing a right or claim
filed a suit against the company that had manufactured the faulty heater, claiming they were responsible for the fire
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as in appeal
an earnest request
O Lord of Heaven, hear our humble suit
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as in dating
the series of social engagements shared by a couple looking to get married
a rather old-fashioned fellow, he first sought the consent of the girl's father for the suit
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as in to satisfy
to give satisfaction to
the location of our hotel suited us just fine
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as in to dress
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
went to the party suited in a strange getup that he'd picked out himself
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as in to tailor
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
a bohemian by nature, she would have to suit her behavior to the corporate culture
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Recent Examples of suit
Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
Konan’s lawyers say refusal-to-deliver cases are rare and letting her suit continue would not cripple the postal service.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
From Atlantic beaches to Western mountains to central metropolitans, there’s a destination suited to every type of traveler.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The suit was filed in the US District Court for the Northern District of California and alleges Uber violated the FTC Act and the Restore Online Shoppers’ Confidence Act.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
Konan’s lawyers say refusal-to-deliver cases are rare and letting her suit continue would not cripple the postal service.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
Verb
These tools help estimate monthly payments based on income and family size and can guide borrowers in selecting the repayment plan best suited to their financial situation.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
From Atlantic beaches to Western mountains to central metropolitans, there’s a destination suited to every type of traveler.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suit
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The agency will be required to submit a report showing who is being held and who was arrested, along with the reasoning for both, every 60 days until the lawsuit is resolved.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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The federal judge in New York ruled that claims of the players’ lawsuit fell outside the four-year statute of limitations.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
29 Apr. 2025
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But the appeal of midcentury modernism, complete with clean lines and expansive windows, has transcended time.—
Jackie Valley,
Christian Science Monitor,
2 May 2025
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The mass appeal from those cost savings helped catapult them from companies no one had heard of to being wildly popular and among the fastest growing online retailers.—
Emily Feng,
NPR,
2 May 2025
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While this requires a very long explanation, suffice it here to say that there may be situations where the Bankruptcy Trustee may acquire, exercise management rights and liquidate the interests of an LLC in bankruptcy.—
Jay Adkisson,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Any kind of win would’ve sufficed for Sox fans who suffered through two straight 100-plus-loss seasons.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Mar. 2025
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During a hearing on Monday, Sweeney expressed skepticism that the 24 hours notice that the administration had pledged to provide would satisfy the U.S. Supreme Court's April 7 order requiring migrants be given the opportunity to challenge their removals in court.—
Luc Cohen,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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Each sandwich is crafted with 100 percent real butter, the best real cheese, fresh-baked bread and real garlic for a crispy, cheesy, satisfying bite every time.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
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He was spotted dressed as a fisherman catching Hudson – a mermaid – in one snap during Halloween.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Photo: Courtesy of Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week In 2026, the bride will not be all dressed in white.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Lead Sensei, through its lending division, Lead Sensei Capital, offers turnkey financing solutions tailored for small businesses.—
Jon Stojan,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Stack, on the other hand, was more tailored, more fitted in red.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Federal prosecutors also appeared to reveal today that Combs had rejected an apparent plea deal.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Details of the plea and charges have not yet been disclosed.—
Joshua Rhett Miller,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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The pair, who are reportedly collaborating on a project, have been spotted together in London on several occasions over the past few months, fueling rumors of a potential romance.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
4 May 2025
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The film’s costume designer, a renowned Japanese art director and designer, had an otherworldly ability to tell stories of horror, romance, and violence through wardrobe alone.—
James Factora,
Them.,
2 May 2025
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“Suit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suit. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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