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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
Gary Grumbach, NBC news, 1 June 2026
And focusing on Marilyn and a bathing suit, and calling that exploitation sort of diverts the conversation away from where she actually was exploited.
—Julian Sancton, HollywoodReporter, 1 June 2026
Jay Harris, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Here's a breakdown of which regions are best suited for heat pumps and why.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 2 June 2026
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Noun
Alexis Wilkins’ suit, filed in federal court in Nashville, Tennessee, on Friday, names MS NOW as a defendant alongside Ken Dilanian and Carol Leonnig, two of the cable news channel’s reporters.
—Gary Grumbach, NBC news, 1 June 2026
And focusing on Marilyn and a bathing suit, and calling that exploitation sort of diverts the conversation away from where she actually was exploited.
—Julian Sancton, HollywoodReporter, 1 June 2026
Verb
Spurs like Palhinha and are working towards a conclusion which suits all parties.
—Jay Harris, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Here's a breakdown of which regions are best suited for heat pumps and why.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suit
Noun
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The lawsuit claims the club allowed patrons to pay extra money to bypass security.—
Erin Jones,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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Texas Tech's appeal to the NCAA to have Brendan Sorsby's eligibility reinstated has been denied, in a ruling that is separate from the transfer quarterback's lawsuit against that same governing body.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
Noun
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Tiananmen Mothers issued an annual appeal for justice ahead of this year's anniversary.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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The attorney general's office is committed to defending these convictions through the appeals process.—
Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
Noun
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After one year of dating, the couple announced their engagement in April 2001.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
30 May 2026
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And that means modern dating is taking a hit.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
30 May 2026
Verb
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So, suffice to say, the team still thinks Schiavone is a primary catcher.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
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So long as the team does well enough, that might suffice to sustain the sport’s velocity.—
Leander Schaerlaeckens,
New Yorker,
22 May 2026
Verb
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On the third floor, alongside the hotel's Center Pool, is The Sandbox, a refined poolside restaurant with American coastal dishes that will satisfy any of your poolside cravings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The juxtaposition of glossy and matte papers satisfied the papyrophile in Nilsson while adding a chewy subtext for viewers.—
Jeremy Lybarger,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
Verb
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If dressing to impress is on your agenda, Renwick is the answer.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
4 June 2026
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When the salmon is cooked, transfer it to a plate and spoon some dressing over it.—
Emily Weinstein,
Twin Cities,
4 June 2026
Verb
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As with the decor, the layout can be tailored to the owner.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
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Readers should not rely solely on the content of this article and are encouraged to seek professional advice tailored to their specific circumstances.—
K. H. Koehler,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
Noun
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Haidar admitted to abusing his position as an assistant branch manager of a Wells Fargo bank to embezzle hundreds of thousands of dollars, prosecutors said, citing his plea agreement.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
2 June 2026
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In their plea agreements, Williamson and the two men admitted to participating in a scheme to boost McCluskie’s salary by paying for a no-work job in the name of his wife — using funds from a dormant campaign account belonging to Becerra.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
2 June 2026
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“Suit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suit. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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