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 Operational databases—often NoSQL systems—excel at reacting to change instantly and fetching individual records with almost no delay, suiting situations where the business must act on new data in near real time. Kevin Mathrani, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 Nicole Kidman is serving up the aesthetic blueprint for the ultimate European summer, from embracing power suiting in Wimbledon’s Royal Box to showing off her natural blonde curls while jet-setting out of Ibiza. Lara Walsh, InStyle, 18 July 2026 Or Chloé’s spring 2005 separates—a semi-sheer tuxedo shirt, low-slung shorts, and a lightweight blazer, which seemed to Hamptonize suiting. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 17 July 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 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 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 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suiting
Verb
  • Devers performed at a level befitting a nearly $30-million player, posting an OPS+ of 126 in 2023 and 142 in 2024.
    Dan Freedman, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Nothing is topping that 2016 title or the sheer volume of LeBron’s statistics, but helping the Knicks end a 54-year streak would have been an accomplishment befitting James’ career.
    Dan Woike, New York Times, 31 July 2026
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  • Former Angels executives, however, can recite chapter and verse the difficulty of pleasing Moreno.
    Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 30 July 2026
  • Two classic Southern recipes, pimiento cheese and sausage balls, come together to create one crowd-pleasing appetizer.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 28 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
Verb
  • Sending The Same Pitch To Every Reporter Today's media landscape is built on relationships, not mass distribution, which means tailoring your pitch to each reporter's beat, audience and interests is the only way to be truly successful.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Building genuine connections through networking is now considered more impactful than endlessly tailoring a resume.
    Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 28 July 2026
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  • Chai Épicé is certainly fitting for fall with its sexy, woodsy scent.
    Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 9 Aug. 2026
  • The 360-degree rotating plug helps prevent bending and strain while fitting neatly behind furniture, appliances and other tight spaces.
    ABC News, ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • For kiddos and adults, fruit serves as a healthy alternative to candy, delivering vitamins, fiber, and hydration while satisfying sweet cravings.
    Sierra Leone Starks, Parents, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The facility found several ways to limit operating and construction costs, which kept fees relatively low while still satisfying the demands of its residents.
    Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • While formality levels vary from one workplace to the next, some interview-dressing guidelines almost always are worth following.
    Cathy Bussewitz, Fortune, 7 Aug. 2026
  • According to Jeanette Madsen, the co-founder of Danish label Rotate, the Scandinavian style set has always taken an artsy approach to dressing.
    Kelsey Stewart, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Restorations have allowed the hotel to retain its historic charm while adapting to modern comforts.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Rather than continually replacing the entire launch vehicle, engineers evolved the architecture through successive versions, adapting it to different payloads and missions.
    Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 12 Aug. 2026

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“Suiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suiting. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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