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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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as in pleased
to give satisfaction to
the location of our hotel suited us just fine
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as in clad
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 adapted
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 suited
Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025
James Gunn is much better-suited to this kind of story than Superman and so far it’s been a wild ride.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
But which type of sausage is best-suited for this particular purpose?
—Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
This unhurried transformation is well suited to Michigan's Mackinac Island, where life always moves a bit slower.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2025
The team has now proved that quantum computers are uniquely suited to uncover and study these unusual states.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 11 Sep. 2025
Olive oil is better suited to foods cooked at a low heat or prepared without heat.
—Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 10 Sep. 2025
The look’s holistic effect contrasted sensual styling on the top, with streamlined suited inspiration with the pants.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2025
Writing, directing and starring in Maddie’s Secret is an impressive balancing act from Early, who displays a sharp understanding of what moments in Maddie’s life are most suited for comedy.
—Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2025
The earlier kick-off suited her, leaving less time to ruminate in her room.
—Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025
People with asthma, diabetes or certain heart conditions should consult their doctor before trying this medication, as different types of beta blockers may be better suited for certain individuals.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Pinl said the interceptor drone would be best suited to shielding cities and critical infrastructure from drone attacks.
—Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
People weren’t sure it was suited for light rail.
—Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 11 Sep. 2025
These are usually better suited to an RFP approach than an RFQ.
—Ryan Gray, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Its development began in Japan in the late 1980s, where a seed research company spent eight years engineering a vegetable that was milder in taste than broccoli, better suited to warmer climates and more versatile in the kitchen.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
For most of his career – including last year in Las Vegas – Chaisson has been best suited as a full-time pass rusher.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
Verb
But Rinzel seems uniquely well-suited to handling it.
—Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025
James Gunn is much better-suited to this kind of story than Superman and so far it’s been a wild ride.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
But which type of sausage is best-suited for this particular purpose?
—Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
This unhurried transformation is well suited to Michigan's Mackinac Island, where life always moves a bit slower.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2025
The team has now proved that quantum computers are uniquely suited to uncover and study these unusual states.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 11 Sep. 2025
Olive oil is better suited to foods cooked at a low heat or prepared without heat.
—Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 10 Sep. 2025
The look’s holistic effect contrasted sensual styling on the top, with streamlined suited inspiration with the pants.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2025
Writing, directing and starring in Maddie’s Secret is an impressive balancing act from Early, who displays a sharp understanding of what moments in Maddie’s life are most suited for comedy.
—Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
But before resorting to tears, try these steps from Rome that are best suited for cotton and linen fabrics.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2025
The earlier kick-off suited her, leaving less time to ruminate in her room.
—Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025
People with asthma, diabetes or certain heart conditions should consult their doctor before trying this medication, as different types of beta blockers may be better suited for certain individuals.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Pinl said the interceptor drone would be best suited to shielding cities and critical infrastructure from drone attacks.
—Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
People weren’t sure it was suited for light rail.
—Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 11 Sep. 2025
These are usually better suited to an RFP approach than an RFQ.
—Ryan Gray, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Its development began in Japan in the late 1980s, where a seed research company spent eight years engineering a vegetable that was milder in taste than broccoli, better suited to warmer climates and more versatile in the kitchen.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
For most of his career – including last year in Las Vegas – Chaisson has been best suited as a full-time pass rusher.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suited
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Face-to-face sales are needed where online contracts once sufficed.—
Alla Adam,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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An Alien television show featuring nothing more than the Coca Cola classic Alien could have sufficed us, so why all the extra bells and whistles?—
Josh Wigler,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Lincoln coaches were anything but pleased with all the critical calls which seemed to go Mission Viejo’s way.—
Kevin J. Farmer,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Sep. 2025
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Archie is carried out to the car in his bed, pleased with his decision.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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These approvals would enable architects and developers to use SUPERWOOD as cladding on taller buildings.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Sep. 2025
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That’s good, but cladding a phone whose raison d’etre is gorgeous, slim design seems less than ideal.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
Verb
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For millennia, human brains adapted to local environments, languages and cultural practices.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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They were adapted from existing internal combustion engine platforms, with the electric powertrains shoehorned inside.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This training will be in water so come dressed to get wet.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Sep. 2025
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So, who is the best dressed player in the league?—
Jamie Barton,
CNN Money,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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With a cozy cottage feel, the Allwood Claudia Tiny Home Kit fits in anywhere from the woods, to the waterside, or even in your backyard (depending on your HOA).—
Gabriela Izquierdo,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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That means having to cut jokes that don't fit his do-no-harm MO.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Melvin had two relievers ready and warmed but stuck with Verlander.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
13 Sep. 2025
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Add chicken back to sauce and cook for 3-5 minutes until chicken is coated and warmed through.—
Elizabeth Nelson,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Designed by Foster + Partners, the restaurant is striking, clad entirely in rare white onyx across the floors, walls, and tables.—
Erica Wertheim Zohar,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The exterior is clad in wood and topped with a metal roof.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Suited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suited. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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