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as in lawsuits
a court case for enforcing a right or claim
filed a suit against the company that had manufactured the faulty heater, claiming they were responsible for the fire
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as in appeals
an earnest request
O Lord of Heaven, hear our humble suit
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as in pleases
to give satisfaction to
the location of our hotel suited us just fine
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as in clothes
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 tailors
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 suits
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
23 June 2026
Though Lumumba favored traditional dark suits, Mboladinga’s colorful clothing is an intentional diversion from his muse.
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Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
23 June 2026
That is why Barack Obama leaned on a tiny rotation of suits.
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Ryan Brennan,
Sacbee.com,
23 June 2026
In a 6-3 decision, the justices said federal law protecting religious liberty allows for suits against state prison systems, but not employees of the prison.
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Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2026
In addition to those people evacuated by health officials in full protective suits, at least 30 other passengers had left the ship earlier before the outbreak was documented.
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Josh Funk,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
For spring, Kiton’s suits showed lengthened silhouettes and softened proportions.
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Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
Out with the simple suits and in with the statement-making florals.
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Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
And among the security staff, assorted suits and other hangers-on, the money promised to the players disappeared.
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Nick Miller,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
Practical style and smart storage Available in multiple color options, the COOLIFE set allows travelers to choose a look that suits their personal style while also making luggage easier to identify at baggage claim.
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New Atlas,
22 June 2026
In an Outsite survey, 60% of participants reported having a home base, suggesting the model also suits frequent work travelers and people with flexible schedules who want structure and community without a long-term lease.
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Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
17 June 2026
If poor flowering persists year after year, consider planting a different variety of tomatoes that better suits your climate.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Start small and visible, choosing one brave share or playful demo, because steady, kind action suits your energetic stride today.
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Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
16 June 2026
For Rick Berres, owner of Honey-Doers, the lesson learned was that color drenching often suits smaller spaces better than larger ones.
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Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
14 June 2026
The high waistband smooths comfortably across the midsection, and the wide legs create a breezy, relaxed fit that suits many body types.
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Becca Blond,
Travel + Leisure,
14 June 2026
And with rates here likely to hold for the foreseeable future, savers can confidently take their time to shop around to find a rate and term that best suits their current situation.
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Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
Noun
The compensation model is intriguing because major media companies are taking a two-track approach to AI, filing copyright infringement suits in some cases and striking content licensing deals with AI firms in others.
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Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
23 June 2026
Though Lumumba favored traditional dark suits, Mboladinga’s colorful clothing is an intentional diversion from his muse.
—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
23 June 2026
That is why Barack Obama leaned on a tiny rotation of suits.
—
Ryan Brennan,
Sacbee.com,
23 June 2026
In a 6-3 decision, the justices said federal law protecting religious liberty allows for suits against state prison systems, but not employees of the prison.
—
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2026
In addition to those people evacuated by health officials in full protective suits, at least 30 other passengers had left the ship earlier before the outbreak was documented.
—
Josh Funk,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
For spring, Kiton’s suits showed lengthened silhouettes and softened proportions.
—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
Out with the simple suits and in with the statement-making florals.
—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
And among the security staff, assorted suits and other hangers-on, the money promised to the players disappeared.
—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
Verb
Its midi length suits a wide range of occasions, and its flutter-style cap sleeves and flared A-line skirt add eye-catching volume.
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Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
Practical style and smart storage Available in multiple color options, the COOLIFE set allows travelers to choose a look that suits their personal style while also making luggage easier to identify at baggage claim.
—
New Atlas,
22 June 2026
In an Outsite survey, 60% of participants reported having a home base, suggesting the model also suits frequent work travelers and people with flexible schedules who want structure and community without a long-term lease.
—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
17 June 2026
If poor flowering persists year after year, consider planting a different variety of tomatoes that better suits your climate.
—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Start small and visible, choosing one brave share or playful demo, because steady, kind action suits your energetic stride today.
—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
16 June 2026
For Rick Berres, owner of Honey-Doers, the lesson learned was that color drenching often suits smaller spaces better than larger ones.
—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
14 June 2026
The high waistband smooths comfortably across the midsection, and the wide legs create a breezy, relaxed fit that suits many body types.
—
Becca Blond,
Travel + Leisure,
14 June 2026
And with rates here likely to hold for the foreseeable future, savers can confidently take their time to shop around to find a rate and term that best suits their current situation.
—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suits
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But a federal appeals court reversed that decision, ruling the Voting Rights Act can only be enforced by the federal government and not through lawsuits brought by individual voters or groups.
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Sony Music, which owns SZA’s label RCA Records, is also in active litigation against Suno and competitor Udio, though labels Warner Music Group and Universal Music Group have settled their lawsuits against the music generators.
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But in nearly every case, the Supreme Court granted emergency appeals from the administration and set aside those orders.
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Spencer was resentenced to death the next year, and subsequent appeals have been denied.
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But why buy brand new items when an old pillowcase suffices?
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That rationale for military power no longer suffices.
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Coastal decor darling Serena & Lily brings you the Pacifica modular collection to suit any configuration that pleases you.
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For something more substantial, Ramsey’s pleases both vegetarians and meat eaters with options such as BBQ brisket sandwich with homemade onion straws or Zucchini Noodle Thai Bowl.
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Honestly, Suzie has been a caricature of a demanding boss straight from some sort of rom-com situation, but Paula finally dresses her down here and the scene is delightful.
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While both draw big crowds and, like the pope, Bad Bunny often dresses in white, their messages are contrasting.
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However, Craft House tailors its builds to suit owners' needs and there are lots of options available, including customizing its layout, selecting the building materials used, and even choosing full off-grid operation.
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While it may always be most readily associated with Wall Street antagonist Gordon Gekko—who Flusser famously outfitted—the business also tailors for women.
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As a result of the no contest pleas, the murder and the child abuse charges were dropped.
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Online federal court documents Monday did not show whether Falkner or Rincker have entered pleas.
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This durable hardside suitcase fits travel clothes, shoes, beauty tools, and more with ease thanks to its spacious design.
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Creator content has traditionally been associated with mobile and social platforms, but companies including Amazon are increasingly looking at how that material fits into the living-room experience and can appeal to a wide demo beyond younger audiences.
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