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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
Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 9 June 2026
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
Some of the people in that group began taunting and jeering at the dancing men, some of whom were shirtless and wearing bathing suits.
—CBS News, 9 June 2026
Prices will fall into the accessible luxury range with polos retailing for around $98 and suits at $895.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 8 June 2026
The royal has previously worn items like coats, dresses and suits from years ago, making sustainable fashion statements and perhaps inspiring younger family members like Kate Middleton to do the same.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
The case is one of at least three suits challenging the initiative.
—Bloomberg, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
Sibley and two of his friends walked back toward Popov, all still in their bathing suits and visibly unarmed.
—John Annese, New York Daily News, 8 June 2026
Not to mention, there’s often a live DJ and chic consignment stand with trendy bathing suits and coverups for sale.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026
Meanwhile, in the kitchen, the couple renovated the 1990s design to a design that suits their whimsy.
—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026
Rogers suits what Chelsea are looking for in the market for a variety of reasons.
—Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 3 June 2026
The comfy sectional sofa naturally suits garden party mingling, and even comes with a complementary coffee table that’s equally weather-resistant.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 June 2026
If the Avs remain stubborn and play a style that suits their stars in the regular season, MacKinnon might win another title, but will be at the end of his career with another team.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 1 June 2026
One that suits your dad’s home office design and comfort needs is ideal.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 1 June 2026
The 41-room property sits near Kampong Glam and Little India, which suits its mix of Parisian salon mood and Southeast Asian flourish.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
Putin’s fortress strategy A world of raw power politics suits Putin.
—Anna Nemtsova, Time, 23 May 2026
Noun
Merchants in fine suits rode in carriages or on sedan chairs while enslaved people lugging carts and crates wore dirty, threadbare clothing and could be publicly whipped or burned to death for misbehavior.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 9 June 2026
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
Some of the people in that group began taunting and jeering at the dancing men, some of whom were shirtless and wearing bathing suits.
—CBS News, 9 June 2026
Prices will fall into the accessible luxury range with polos retailing for around $98 and suits at $895.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 8 June 2026
The royal has previously worn items like coats, dresses and suits from years ago, making sustainable fashion statements and perhaps inspiring younger family members like Kate Middleton to do the same.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
The case is one of at least three suits challenging the initiative.
—Bloomberg, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
Sibley and two of his friends walked back toward Popov, all still in their bathing suits and visibly unarmed.
—John Annese, New York Daily News, 8 June 2026
Not to mention, there’s often a live DJ and chic consignment stand with trendy bathing suits and coverups for sale.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Verb
Plus, with more than 15 colors and patterns available, there's plenty of room to find a pair that suits your travel style.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026
Meanwhile, in the kitchen, the couple renovated the 1990s design to a design that suits their whimsy.
—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026
Rogers suits what Chelsea are looking for in the market for a variety of reasons.
—Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 3 June 2026
The comfy sectional sofa naturally suits garden party mingling, and even comes with a complementary coffee table that’s equally weather-resistant.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 June 2026
If the Avs remain stubborn and play a style that suits their stars in the regular season, MacKinnon might win another title, but will be at the end of his career with another team.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 1 June 2026
One that suits your dad’s home office design and comfort needs is ideal.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 1 June 2026
The 41-room property sits near Kampong Glam and Little India, which suits its mix of Parisian salon mood and Southeast Asian flourish.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
Putin’s fortress strategy A world of raw power politics suits Putin.
—Anna Nemtsova, Time, 23 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suits
Noun
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Trump and his allies filed more than 60 lawsuits challenging the results and failed to overturn a single state's outcome.—
Josh Meyer,
USA Today,
7 June 2026
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The dismissal was granted Friday under Washington’s Anti-SLAPP laws, which are designed to prevent meritless lawsuits intended to silence opposing points of view on matters of public interest.—
Melissa Goldin,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2026
Noun
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On June 2, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) ruled on two FMF appeals against FIFA bans, relating to friendlies in 2024 and 2025.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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Dallas appellate attorney David Coale, who has handled appeals for decades, said Anthony's team could have several strong arguments on appeal.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
Verb
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But why buy brand new items when an old pillowcase suffices?—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
14 May 2026
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That rationale for military power no longer suffices.—
Eliot A. Cohen,
The Atlantic,
11 May 2026
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Coastal decor darling Serena & Lily brings you the Pacifica modular collection to suit any configuration that pleases you.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2026
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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.—
Sarah Miller,
Midwest Living,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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While both draw big crowds and, like the pope, Bad Bunny often dresses in white, their messages are contrasting.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
10 June 2026
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The most famous Colombian fan is Gustavo Llanos, known as El Cole (Birdman), who dresses like a tri-colored bird and has been to every World Cup Colombia participated in since 1990.—
Michelle Kaufman
May 29,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
Verb
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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.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
20 May 2026
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Amazon tailors the product inventory to each location and uses artificial intelligence and other technology to analyze what customers buy, as well as when and how often.—
Anne D’Innocenzio,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
Noun
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Court records and prior reporting have described allegations involving other women, though not all allegations resulted in guilty pleas.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
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Dominguez entered pleas of not guilty and not guilty by reason of insanity to charges stemming from the April 26, 2023, stabbing death of Breaux, 50, in Central Park and the April 29, 2023, killing of graduating UC Davis student Abou Najm, 20, along a bicycle path in Sycamore Park.—
Darrell Smith
June 8,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2026
Verb
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The structured shape keeps your essentials organized, while the roomy interior fits essentials such as a laptop and a light sweater for chilly flights.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
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The biggest night on Broadway calls for the best 'fits.—
Hedy Phillips,
PEOPLE,
8 June 2026
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“Suits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suits. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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