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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
Stars including Oscar nominee Teyana Taylor, Heated Rivalry's François Arnaud, and music icon Queen Latifah strutted the grey carpet before taking front-row seats for the suiting specialist's latest looks.
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Eve Batey, Vanity Fair, 7 Feb. 2026
The suiting vibe might suggest a classic menswear look, but Bad Bunny’s dapper black and white ensemble was actually based on a womenswear look that first came down the brand’s spring 2023 couture runway in Paris.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 2 Feb. 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
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Eve Batey, Vanity Fair, 7 Feb. 2026
The suiting vibe might suggest a classic menswear look, but Bad Bunny’s dapper black and white ensemble was actually based on a womenswear look that first came down the brand’s spring 2023 couture runway in Paris.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 2 Feb. 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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suiting
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But Raman — whose husband is veteran 30 Rock writer and producer Vali Chandrasekaran — has quietly subverted her showy target in a way befitting that series.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
6 June 2026
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Denim befitting Marie Antoinette, a new generation of heritage brands and denim with a human touch are among the themes Amy Leverton, the founder of Denim Dudes, is presenting for Fall/Winter 2027-2028.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
2 June 2026
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Cronos marries crowd-pleasing horror elements with highbrow filmmaking sensibilities into something that would fit under arthouse or grindhouse umbrellas.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 June 2026
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Even Adam’s irritable female boss, Suzie (Sasheer Zamata), hides under a people-pleasing mask.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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This is like inviting a homeless person into your home, sheltering them, feeding them, clothing them, educating them, and having that person's confidant leak that the newly comfortable person doesn't think less of you.—
Armando Salguero OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
22 May 2026
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The house started as an Italian supplier of fine fabrics, sourcing raw wool from around the world and then processing it into the materials needed for bespoke tailoring houses to build the most sumptuous luxury suits imaginable.—
Dave Schilling
Contributing
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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The harder question is whether tailoring workouts to those phases actually delivers meaningful results.—
Allison Palmer
June 4,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2026
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With a cleaner-fitting trio of backs, McLaughlin and Badie both have a tough road to the roster.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
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But the smaller hardcover has the benefit of fitting into nearly any bag.—
Adam Messinger,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2026
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On busy mornings these foods are quick, satisfying ways to start your family's day.—
Sonal Dutt,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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Instead of checking specific boxes and satisfying targets, focus on quality stories and memorable characters.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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Fortunately, dressing for the occasion has never been easier.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
8 June 2026
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Every day revolves around medications, feedings, therapies, appointments, bathing, dressing and monitoring their health.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
7 June 2026
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The companies best positioned for the next decade may not necessarily be the ones deploying AI the fastest, but those building organisational systems capable of adapting alongside it.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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But even that speculative scheme showed how sophisticated PAU could be in adapting an assortment of seductive pasts.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
8 June 2026
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“Suiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suiting. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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