suiting

Definition of suitingnext
present participle of suit
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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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Recent Examples of suiting Prince William joined her on the outing with a break from his usual navy suiting, instead rocking a beige suit jacket. Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 29 June 2026 Design can help with that, starting with accessories that keep your brush head far from the orange grime that lines the sink while simply suiting your bathroom’s style. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 23 Feb. 2026 Only Ralph could make tweed, velvet, fur pelts and suiting sexy and recognizable and stylishly sumptuous. Anika Reed, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026 Acting as an easy alternative to trousers, the skirt instantly softens tailoring and lends a more undone, modern feel to suiting. Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 15 May 2026 This has been visible during Menšík’s run, with the combination of high bounce (in the first week’s heat) and slow conditions (in the cooler weather during the second) suiting his strike zone and contact point. Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 5 June 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 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. Eve Batey, Vanity Fair, 7 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suiting
Verb
  • The atmosphere alone deserves a high ranking, and the goals from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez were befitting of the occasion.
    Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 7 July 2026
  • Nike has been suffering of late with lifestyle products—streetwear and apparel befitting the ongoing athleisure trend.
    Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 6 July 2026
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  • Oviedo residents turned out by the hundreds for the sunny afternoon of crowd-pleasing contests and down-home edibles at tiny booths lining a grassy lot next to the Meat World parking lot.
    Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 July 2026
  • Grossing more than $217 million worldwide against a $30 million budget, the Wayans’ sequel delivered the exact kind of crowd-pleasing victory lap many fans hoped for.
    Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 2 July 2026
Verb
  • Not feeding the hungry, not tending to the sick, not clothing the naked, not welcoming the refugee.
    Alexandra Petri, The Atlantic, 17 June 2026
  • 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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  • Then came more hits, like the hooded jersey dresses from his spring 2023 collection, most famously worn by Beyoncé, and his Working Girl tailoring from fall 2023.
    José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 6 July 2026
  • But there’s far more to borrow from the men’s runways than tailoring.
    Christina Holevas, Vogue, 5 July 2026
Verb
  • How to Correctly Dispose of Fire Pit Ash Once the ashes are completely cold, place them in a metal container with a tight-fitting metal lid.
    Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 4 July 2026
  • Wearing a well-fitting N95 mask can also help reduce exposure to fine particles from fireworks smoke and debris.
    Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026
Verb
  • Choceur Dark Chocolate with Almonds Bar Choceur Dark Chocolate with Almonds Bar pairs rich dark chocolate with crunchy roasted almonds for a simple yet satisfying sweet treat.
    Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 2 July 2026
  • For the fiscal year that started Wednesday, the city of Sacramento is spending about $40 million on homelessness, which includes $30 million from the city’s general fund, satisfying the local match requirement, McCarty said.
    Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026
Verb
  • Roethling recommends adding compost to every planting hole or top dressing existing roses.
    Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 5 July 2026
  • Take the guesswork out of dressing this summer and fill your closet with these versatile, stylish, and comfortable matching top-and-skirt sets.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 5 July 2026
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  • This tactical ideology is what gives Morocco an edge, understanding what works so well in Europe and adapting it to their player pool.
    Chris Evans, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
  • Knoll is adapting her book for the screen and will also executive produce.
    Joe Otterson, Variety, 7 July 2026

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