as in dressed
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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 clothed
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
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 13 Jan. 2026
The circumstances made the role ill-suited to Bennett, and everyone knew that Shawn was beset by phobias.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
The prediction market sites say their users are more suited for Wall Street than the Vegas Strip.
—Tim McNicholas, CBS News, 12 Jan. 2026
Cellular or Honeycomb Shades Cellular or honeycomb shades present an entirely different aesthetic, which may be better suited to your interior style, type of windows, or personal taste.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 10 Jan. 2026
For the occasion, the Elbas opted for sleek attire, with Dhowre Elba wearing a take on suited styling in monochrome.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 Jan. 2026
Honestly, stop-motion is such a rigorous process, so ill-suited for improvisation.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 9 Jan. 2026
Vance, however, said the federal government is better suited to handle it.
—Alana Wise, NPR, 8 Jan. 2026
Much of the strength reflects the growing view that Alphabet is well suited across a number of key aspects of AI.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 15 Jan. 2026
All Crew-11 astronauts suited for undocking All four astronauts are now wearing their SpaceX pressure suits as hatch closure activities continue.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2026
But the car—small, low to the ground, and exceedingly heavy, owing to the ballistic steel and glass—is not suited to a city like Caracas, which is rife with steep inclines and deep potholes, and is best travelled in a four-by-four.
—Armando Ledezma, New Yorker, 14 Jan. 2026
While houseplants can bring beauty and life indoors, not every plant is well-suited for long-term indoor growing.
—Rachel Gillett, Martha Stewart, 14 Jan. 2026
However, this type of furniture is not well-suited for outdoor use during the winter months due to the material's porosity.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026
Not just any animal is suited for the job.
—Beth Lipoff, Kansas City Star, 12 Jan. 2026
Guests can go climbing, an option that might be better suited to visitors than rafting on the rapids.
—Bill Bootz, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
In this case, you're best suited with pointy pumps, strappy sandals, and mules—in black, white, gold, or red.
—Amber Rambharose, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
Adjective
No other group is better suited to advise on this concern than corporate leaders.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 13 Jan. 2026
The circumstances made the role ill-suited to Bennett, and everyone knew that Shawn was beset by phobias.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
The prediction market sites say their users are more suited for Wall Street than the Vegas Strip.
—Tim McNicholas, CBS News, 12 Jan. 2026
Cellular or Honeycomb Shades Cellular or honeycomb shades present an entirely different aesthetic, which may be better suited to your interior style, type of windows, or personal taste.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 10 Jan. 2026
For the occasion, the Elbas opted for sleek attire, with Dhowre Elba wearing a take on suited styling in monochrome.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 Jan. 2026
Honestly, stop-motion is such a rigorous process, so ill-suited for improvisation.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 9 Jan. 2026
Vance, however, said the federal government is better suited to handle it.
—Alana Wise, NPR, 8 Jan. 2026
Much of the strength reflects the growing view that Alphabet is well suited across a number of key aspects of AI.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
This type of problem is often found in basements where homeowners attempt a design detail or DIY project that isn't suited for the limited space.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 15 Jan. 2026
All Crew-11 astronauts suited for undocking All four astronauts are now wearing their SpaceX pressure suits as hatch closure activities continue.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2026
But the car—small, low to the ground, and exceedingly heavy, owing to the ballistic steel and glass—is not suited to a city like Caracas, which is rife with steep inclines and deep potholes, and is best travelled in a four-by-four.
—Armando Ledezma, New Yorker, 14 Jan. 2026
While houseplants can bring beauty and life indoors, not every plant is well-suited for long-term indoor growing.
—Rachel Gillett, Martha Stewart, 14 Jan. 2026
However, this type of furniture is not well-suited for outdoor use during the winter months due to the material's porosity.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026
Not just any animal is suited for the job.
—Beth Lipoff, Kansas City Star, 12 Jan. 2026
Guests can go climbing, an option that might be better suited to visitors than rafting on the rapids.
—Bill Bootz, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
In this case, you're best suited with pointy pumps, strappy sandals, and mules—in black, white, gold, or red.
—Amber Rambharose, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suited
Adjective
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The comfortable four-way stretch fabric makes these feel like your favorite pair of yoga pants, while looking elegant and dressed to the nines.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Jan. 2026
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The events for the most part are casual, though Nimrod says some do come dressed to impress depending on the occasion.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Pointing out that Jeanty has recorded 6, 8 and 6 receptions in his last three games would have probably sufficed at the case for this prop bet.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Dec. 2025
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While there has been a boom in development, demand hasn’t sufficed to fill them.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
25 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The volume was eventually reprinted in the Modern Library—an accolade that greatly pleased its author.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Jan. 2026
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Reportedly, Ivanka wasn’t all that pleased about the snub.—
StyleCaster Editors,
StyleCaster,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The palette in the sleeping quarters is neutral—beiges and reddish browns, touches of sage green and gray—while the bathrooms are clad in dramatic black marble.—
Charlie Hobbs,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Jan. 2026
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Slightly more clothed was Emma Stone, glowing in a buttery satin top and beaded skirt by Louis Vuitton, and looking remarkably at ease in, of all things, a formal crop top.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
12 Jan. 2026
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Beach Read In April 2023, Deadline reported that Beach Read would be adapted into a film for 20th Century Studios, and that Kuang would both write the screenplay and direct.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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Accessibility One room, located on the ground floor, has been adapted for wheelchair users.—
Rosalyn Wikeley,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Movies, Lego sets, theme parks — all of these are just part of his overall-clad empire.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
18 Oct. 2025
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The Florida Panthers are Stanley Cup champions once again after beating the Edmonton Oilers, 5-1, on home ice in Sunrise on Tuesday night before a delirious crowd of red-and-white clad fans.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
18 June 2025
Verb
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Miami's Mario Cristobal served several roles at Alabama from assistant head coach to recruiting coordinator while being part of the 2015 championship that also included Lanning as a grad assistant.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Jan. 2026
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Warren arrived at Boise State in 2022 and spent four seasons with the Broncos, having previously served as the head coach of the Big Sky’s Southern Utah for six seasons.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The freezing festivities were warmed by the menu of Captain Roy's and drinks.—
Kyle Werner,
Des Moines Register,
9 Jan. 2026
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Later on, a smaller group of us from the ship recalled feeling absolutely out of sorts as we were guided into a large communal space, stripped out of our robes, and each scrubbed and bathed on top of our own warmed marble slabs.—
Madison Flager,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Jan. 2026
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