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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
Its suitability to our climate stems from its origin in the South African Cape Floristic Province, whose climate approximates our own, except our summers are a bit hotter.
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Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 6 Mar. 2026
The state alleges Darnell failed to conduct individualized suitability analyses and did not disclose conflicts of interest tied to commission payments.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
Jennifer Carvalho is similarly fighting to prevent rapist Thomas Martinez Carvalho, who is now 54, from being released at his parole suitability hearing next year, according to reporting from KCRA.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2026
Known for their compact size, disease resistance, and suitability for small spaces, dwarf apple trees are the perfect addition to any garden.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026
Future versions are projected to extend driving range to around 310–372 miles (500–600 kilometers), expanding suitability beyond short-range applications.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 Feb. 2026
From their glossy green leaves to their indoor suitability, finding reasons to love this easy-to-grow species won’t be hard to come by.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2026
Then, narrow the choices down further by looking into traits that suit your growing conditions and preferences, including the time between planting and harvest and, if needed, the variety’s suitability for containers or small-space gardens.
—Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2026
One of the film’s key emotional punches comes when Rachel questions Gustav about her suitability to star in his movie.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 22 Jan. 2026
Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 6 Mar. 2026
The state alleges Darnell failed to conduct individualized suitability analyses and did not disclose conflicts of interest tied to commission payments.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
Jennifer Carvalho is similarly fighting to prevent rapist Thomas Martinez Carvalho, who is now 54, from being released at his parole suitability hearing next year, according to reporting from KCRA.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2026
Known for their compact size, disease resistance, and suitability for small spaces, dwarf apple trees are the perfect addition to any garden.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026
Future versions are projected to extend driving range to around 310–372 miles (500–600 kilometers), expanding suitability beyond short-range applications.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 Feb. 2026
From their glossy green leaves to their indoor suitability, finding reasons to love this easy-to-grow species won’t be hard to come by.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2026
Then, narrow the choices down further by looking into traits that suit your growing conditions and preferences, including the time between planting and harvest and, if needed, the variety’s suitability for containers or small-space gardens.
—Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2026
One of the film’s key emotional punches comes when Rachel questions Gustav about her suitability to star in his movie.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 22 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suitability
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Because the structure, built in 1890, is within the city’s historic district, a certificate of appropriateness is required for exterior work on the building, including relocation and demolition.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
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Parents deserve a voice in their child’s education, and educators bring training and experience in curriculum, age-appropriateness and instructional standards.—
Alec Johnson,
jsonline.com,
25 Feb. 2026
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In taking this event as his starting point, Alper has created a film that is both culturally specific, and has plenty of wider applicability as well.—
Catherine Bray,
Variety,
15 Feb. 2026
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If multiple hypotheses work to explain the data equally well but one conflicts with reality in some other realm (and the other doesn’t), the one that’s valid across the widest range of applicability is superior.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Drone defense technology NUBURU views the early engagement as an important validation of the technology’s operational relevance and market interest.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
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Meanwhile, baseball in Cuba has steadily deteriorated, with crumbling facilities and a domestic league that has lost both its talent and its relevance as top players leave and younger ones look elsewhere.—
Tyler Carmona,
Miami Herald,
11 Mar. 2026
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The validity of the process, and whether this law mimics the IEEPA tariffs just struck down, are issues that certainly will come up in federal courts.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
8 Mar. 2026
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Challenge the validity of the debt Debt collectors don't always have airtight documentation.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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How to Successfully Store Leftover Paint To extend the usefulness of leftover house paint, our experts recommend abiding by the following rules for successful paint storage.—
Rae Ford,
Martha Stewart,
5 Mar. 2026
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Music fans who were 16 when the Pumpkins helped shape the sound of alternative rock in 1993 were 23 when the band put out Machina/The Machines of God in 2000, and rapidly aging out of usefulness to MTV’s bottom line.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The gym too is stylishly designed—with hemlock floors and forgiving lights—and the fitness equipment is up-to-date, if unfortunately not sourced from Olympus itself.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Mar. 2026
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The driveway was reconfigured to create a larger backyard, now home to a pool, guesthouse, fitness center, and patios.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
7 Mar. 2026
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These artists want acting roles — particularly ones that get them cultural clout and not just a check — and A24 is seeking castings that co-sign their project’s zeitgeist-y relevancy.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Feb. 2026
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This weekend should serve as yet another reminder of how far this franchise has fallen from relevancy.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Suitability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suitability. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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