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suited

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verb

past tense of suit
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as in sufficed
to be fitting or proper no, a second-floor room won't suit if there's no elevator, since one of us has a disability

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Recent Examples of suited
Adjective
Deep red and black, for instance, are ideal for a more formal, cool-weather wedding, while a brighter tone such as blue or green is better suited to a warm-weather, outdoor wedding. Alexandra Malmed, InStyle, 9 June 2026 After an extended and purposely disorienting opening that takes its sweet time to develop, Margaret and Daniel dodge suited agents working for a secret government protector outfit called WARDEX. Randy Myers, Mercury News, 9 June 2026 The international crew consists of three spaceflight veterans and one first-time spaceflyer, all with backgrounds specially suited for their upcoming mission. Josh Dinner, Space.com, 9 June 2026 Local peaches are generally better suited to your specific climate and growing conditions, which significantly increases the likelihood of successfully cultivating a healthy tree. Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 6 June 2026 As well, his character — aka, his running style — isn’t especially well suited for the track. Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026 Compared to long rectangular tables, which can sometimes feel more formal or structured, round and oval silhouettes create a more relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that feels especially suited to the way many people entertain today. Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2026 Some lake towns are better suited for full-time living than others, though. Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 5 June 2026 Lohrei is better suited to play his strong side. Fluto Shinzawa, New York Times, 5 June 2026
Verb
Instead, something like this pair will be much better suited for the climate. Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026 PatBO’s aesthetic feels particularly suited to those moments. Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026 Kids can join shipboard activities suited to their abilities, with watersports and mast climbing limited to ages 12 and up. Ashlea Halpern, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026 And Jazz, with its swinging structure and lyric language, feels especially suited for the dramatic treatment. Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 10 June 2026 After reading a Times story about Georg Kochi, a retiree who swapped his Koreatown lawn with plants suited for California, Lee was inspired by Kochi’s wild, wabi-sabi-style garden, which embraces the art of imperfect beauty. Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026 The app is best suited for people who want actionable insights and automation rather than a highly detailed budgeting system. Nick Perry, USA Today, 9 June 2026 Our selections include linen pants with drawstring and elastic waistbands, well-suited for casual occasions where comfort is key. ABC News, 9 June 2026 Breathable, or at least lighter, fabrics like natural silk and chiffon are optimal for warm weather, while denser fabrics like heavy satin, brocade, and velvet are well-suited to fall and winter weddings. Alexandra Malmed, InStyle, 9 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suited
Adjective
  • Elegant, refined, and spacious for its prime location, Portrait Firenze's 37 rooms and suites are all dressed with neutral tones, shiny surfaces, and large polished mirrors.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026
  • Clad in bright, slouchy-cool separates and statement accessories, Samira quickly makes a splash among her more blandly dressed neighbors.
    Clarissa Cruz, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
Verb
  • He is entitled, dismissive and will go out of his way to say something cruel and condescending when nothing at all would have sufficed.
    ABC News, ABC News, 29 Apr. 2026
  • What sufficed for drama down the stretch was whether May’s team would join Jerry Tarkanian’s 1990 UNLV juggernaut as only the second team to hit triple digits at the Final Four in the modern era.
    Eddie Pells, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Standout players The way Jeremy Doku ended the club season will have pleased Garcia.
    Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 5 June 2026
  • Tax cuts and an assault on federal regulation have pleased many, even as tariffs, immigration restrictions and now spiking fuel prices and rising interest rates have kept the small business optimism index below historic averages.
    John Schroyer, Forbes.com, 21 May 2026
Verb
  • After a sweet introduction from longtime friend and storied industry producer/musician Don Was, who talked about late-night visits to a Nashville Shoney's with the country icon, a humble Brooks, clad in his usual uniform of jeans and cowboy hat, walked the small stage holding a microphone.
    Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 4 June 2026
  • The brilliant reds and gold of the willows and poplars and the bright yellows and pale greens of frostbitten underbrush stood out against the backdrop of the mountain slopes, which were clad in the darker green of spruce and pine and topped with a fall of snow from the last few nights.
    Anton Money, Outdoor Life, 4 June 2026
Verb
  • Ridley Scott adapted Lucas' story into a biographical crime drama starring Denzel Washington as Lucas and Russell Crowe as Richie Roberts, the detective determined to take him down.
    Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 6 June 2026
  • That choice makes sense for many homes, especially homes adapted for people with mobility challenges.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2026
Adjective
  • The woman in the photo was scantily clad, with tattoos in the same places as MG.
    Ej Dickson, Wired News, 30 Apr. 2026
  • But when Sam started posting generic photos of a beautiful, scantily clad woman on Instagram, he was dismayed to find that none of the content was hitting.
    Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 22 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Visitors stroll brick streets, admire gabled roofs and pause for pastries at beloved Dutch bakeries that have served generations.
    Staff, USA Today, 8 June 2026
  • For the last seven years, McNealy has served as the historic content expert for the Civil Rights Institute while also working as the department chair of history at Arthur Harold Parker High School and a professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
    Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
Verb
  • It’s all served in an industrial space of concrete, steel, and glass near the Opera House, warmed in tone by walnut wood lattices and jade green banquettes.
    Becky Duffett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 June 2026
  • Add the beans and a pinch of salt, and cook, stirring gently, until warmed and coated in oil, about 2 minutes.
    Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 8 June 2026

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