as in appropriateness
the quality or state of being especially suitable or fitting
the suitability of the accommodations will ultimately depend on whether they're accessible for someone in a wheelchair
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Recent Examples of suitability
Stone praised Pine’s range and suitability for the demanding role.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
Published in Environmental and Biogeochemical Processes, the work investigated the suitability of boron isotope fingerprinting techniques for studying glass dissolution mechanisms, focussing on solid-state diffusion processes during boron release.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2025
Reviewers love its texture, temperature-regulating qualities, and its suitability for all seasons.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Oct. 2025
However, investment brokers must follow a suitability standard, which means that recommendations may be appropriate but not necessarily the best option.
—Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea,kelli Grant, Cfp®, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
Airlines are required to verify passengers' suitability through multiple steps, beginning with ticket purchase and continuing through boarding.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
In theory, these investors should be more discerning about the suitability of a company for public listing and more sophisticated in setting a valuation that allows for price appreciation post-IPO without excessive volatility in the share price.
—Drew Bernstein, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
But for a few high-profile flashpoints, however, debate about the Americans’ suitability has largely remained restricted to the internet rather than the match-going fans.
—Simon Hughes, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
Voir dire is the process through which potential jurors are questioned by either a judge or a lawyer to determine their suitability to serve on a jury, according to the Cornell Law School's online Legal Information Institute.
—Arkansas Online, 28 Aug. 2025
Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
Published in Environmental and Biogeochemical Processes, the work investigated the suitability of boron isotope fingerprinting techniques for studying glass dissolution mechanisms, focussing on solid-state diffusion processes during boron release.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2025
Reviewers love its texture, temperature-regulating qualities, and its suitability for all seasons.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Oct. 2025
However, investment brokers must follow a suitability standard, which means that recommendations may be appropriate but not necessarily the best option.
—Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea,kelli Grant, Cfp®, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
Airlines are required to verify passengers' suitability through multiple steps, beginning with ticket purchase and continuing through boarding.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
In theory, these investors should be more discerning about the suitability of a company for public listing and more sophisticated in setting a valuation that allows for price appreciation post-IPO without excessive volatility in the share price.
—Drew Bernstein, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
But for a few high-profile flashpoints, however, debate about the Americans’ suitability has largely remained restricted to the internet rather than the match-going fans.
—Simon Hughes, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
Voir dire is the process through which potential jurors are questioned by either a judge or a lawyer to determine their suitability to serve on a jury, according to the Cornell Law School's online Legal Information Institute.
—Arkansas Online, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suitability
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Several weeks later, the OIG inspected the office with the city's Department of Law present and confirmed the items were in the office, prompting the OIG to underscore the necessity and appropriateness of the inspection.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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The appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor’s individual circumstances and objectives.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
9 Oct. 2025
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To the extent that a reader has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue discussed above to his/her individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of his/her choosing, including a tax advisor and/or attorney.—
Steve Hruby,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
20 Oct. 2025
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Federal courts of appeals have divided over the question of scope of applicability.—
Devin Dwyer,
ABC News,
6 Oct. 2025
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With the Total 90 3 relaunching as a sneaker this year, the Cryoshot series appears set to be the second wave of Nike’s attempt to capitalize on soccer‘s increasing relevance in the lifestyle footwear space.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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Koch’s financial philosophy blends personal relevance with practical design.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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The new visa aims to loosen restrictions and enhance China’s global appeal, promising more generous terms such as longer validity periods and multiple entries.—
Peter Guo,
NBC news,
23 Oct. 2025
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Hoskins last week attempted to cast doubt on the validity of roughly 100,00 signatures gathered by the campaign.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
23 Oct. 2025
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Perhaps witnessing that transformation strengthens its usefulness to others.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Nov. 2025
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Trump’s attack on Kenvue’s flagship product, which appeared to unnerve even some of his science advisors, was — in a world that’s nearly lost its usefulness — unprecedented.—
Rohan Goswami,
semafor.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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But even your day-to-day routines that affect your fitness and health could see some major changes too.—
Victoria Edel,
PEOPLE,
1 Nov. 2025
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The building’s 75 units offer a slew of swanky amenities, including a double-height lobby, 24-hour concierge, fitness and yoga facilities, a residents’ lounge, landscaped courtyard, and rooftop terrace.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
31 Oct. 2025
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The tech giant has the social currency, now Apple wants to ride the F1 wave, its new brand, and its newfound partnerships, to streaming relevancy.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Oct. 2025
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Daboll needed to guide the Giants back to relevancy in the NFC East this year, but thus far, his team has continued to struggle.—
Mike Jones,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Suitability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suitability. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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