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as in befitting
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 pleasing
to give satisfaction to
the location of our hotel suited us just fine
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as in clothing
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 tailoring
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 suiting
The collection features a mix of silk loungewear, soft knits and light tweed suiting appropriate for Southeast coast wearing.
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Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026
The Education Department advised borrowers to use a Federal Student Aid Loan Simulator to estimate their monthly payment amount, determine their eligibility for repayment options, and choose a new plan suiting their goals and needs.
—Connor Greene, Time, 11 Dec. 2025
While used in everything from suiting to hats to outerwear, the fabric’s most enduring expression is the tweed jacket, often in rich patterns including herringbones, glen plaids, and checks.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2025
With the sharper lines of suiting, bold shoulders eventually took over as a more modern signal of power — and a new way to take up space.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 25 Nov. 2025
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Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026
The Education Department advised borrowers to use a Federal Student Aid Loan Simulator to estimate their monthly payment amount, determine their eligibility for repayment options, and choose a new plan suiting their goals and needs.
—Connor Greene, Time, 11 Dec. 2025
While used in everything from suiting to hats to outerwear, the fabric’s most enduring expression is the tweed jacket, often in rich patterns including herringbones, glen plaids, and checks.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2025
With the sharper lines of suiting, bold shoulders eventually took over as a more modern signal of power — and a new way to take up space.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 25 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suiting
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Their performances have been closer to replacement level than that befitting their roles — particularly that of Namestnikov and Niederreiter, who were positive difference-makers last season.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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According to sources, the coaches wanted to see Tiller play in a style befitting his 6-foot-11 frame.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
10 Apr. 2026
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This easy, crowd-pleasing dinner will have your kids begging for it again week after week.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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Given how cautious and people-pleasing Grace is, that feels out of character.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
12 Apr. 2026
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Finnish officials say their model would draw from these examples while tailoring their approach.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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At times, Bieber appeared more focused on the livestream than the in-person crowd, referencing feedback from viewers and tailoring parts of the set in real time.—
Shafiq Najib,
ABC News,
12 Apr. 2026
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The echoes of the past walked through the building, only fitting in a Philly-Boston postseason rivalry.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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The loose-fitting cut and crochet pattern is breathable and cute enough to wear as a vest or top with other things in my wardrobe.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Apr. 2026
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There’s no satisfying answer to why Sasha climbed onto the pool.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
23 Apr. 2026
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Now, 30% of Maran’s current sales are refills, most of which are contained in photogenic, sensorially satisfying pouches.—
Kara McGrath,
Allure,
22 Apr. 2026
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However, when applied as a top dressing to existing peony beds, compost is usually not enough to fix any phosphorus or potassium deficiencies.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Apr. 2026
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Queen Mary wore another dark blue outfit to the confirmation of her twin children on Saturday, dressing to respect her father's recent death but skipping the traditional black dress associated with mourning.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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That said, perhaps in response to adapting overseas conflicts and record stock market returns, the mortgage rate climate is changing again, this time in an encouraging way for borrowers.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Officials worked with Mi’kmaw archaeological technicians alongside both underwater and terrestrial archaeologists to excavate and document the wreck, adapting their methods to Sable Island's shifting sands.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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The rise of Bernie Sanders’ preferred Senate candidate in Michigan is frustrating moderates, delighting progressives, and testing the sway of Democratic leaders in a race that will likely determine the party’s shot at a Senate majority.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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This morning, Hargitay responded with the Outer Banks reference, delighting other commenters in the thread.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Suiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suiting. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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