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plural of suit
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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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verb

present tense third-person singular of suit
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as in suffices
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 suits
Noun
According to the Dior website, the high-end of their retail suits hit a nearly $6,000 maximum. Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 9 July 2026 The Daily News, Center for Investigative Reporting and Ziff Davis filed separate suits in 2024 alleging similar behavior. Corbin Bolies, Variety, 9 July 2026 From supportive one-pieces to comfortable, full-coverage bikinis, these are my favorite suits on Amazon, from $33. Laurie Lyons-Makaimoku, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026 In fact, challenging the rules of the digital road the tech lords have lucratively paved for themselves, the cases are but three of more than 2,000 such suits moving through a plethora of courts across the land against social media companies. Dominic Patten, Deadline, 8 July 2026 Companies like UnitedHealth, Boeing, Verizon and General Electric, without admitting wrongdoing, chose to settle suits for tens of millions. Paul Kiel, ProPublica, 8 July 2026 The fabric is intended for suits and trousers that are both comfortable and practical, with its natural stretch and high crease-recovery performance. Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 7 July 2026 Chanel has acquired Charvet, the Parisian shirtmaker known for bespoke shirts, suits and accessories, the house announced on Thursday. Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 2 July 2026 The historical setting suits the filmmaker’s penchant for patience and precision, and its confounding intrigue keeps with his love of complex mind games. Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 2 July 2026
Verb
Test the waters or have the courage to step out of a role that no longer suits you. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026 For a more Swift-adjacent look, find that bold, long-lasting red in a shade that really suits your skin tone and undertones. Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 2 July 2026 Rent a cabin that suits your group, then go kayaking or paddleboarding, or take a water sports class with Big Bear Watersports School on the lake. Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 1 July 2026 That suits floating-rate lenders, who earn more when rates stay up, and squeezes any borrower trying to refinance into those rates. Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 Featuring a slim, bucket seat and metal legs, the design suits a number of styles, from industrial to farmhouse. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 27 June 2026 There are several versions of the Amazon Fire TV Stick, so be sure to choose the one that suits you (especially when there's so little price difference between them at the moment). Tantse Walter, Space.com, 26 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suits
Noun
  • While there have been many lawsuits and much news reporting, there has been little empirical research testing whether a concentration in treatment centers are tied to a significant increase in overdoses in the area, the report said.
    Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 5 July 2026
  • Trump is consistently being rebuffed in court; the Justice Department has lost at least a dozen election lawsuits.
    Toluse Olorunnipa, The Atlantic, 4 July 2026
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  • Martin said the order shows how strongly the judge prefers a deal over years more of litigation — and potential appeals.
    Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2026
  • Much of what couples experience as conflict is, on closer inspection, a disagreement about which interpretation of an ambiguous event is the correct one, and that disagreement is rarely settled by appeals to trust.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Verb
  • But why buy brand new items when an old pillowcase suffices?
    Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 14 May 2026
  • That rationale for military power no longer suffices.
    Eliot A. Cohen, The Atlantic, 11 May 2026
Verb
  • 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
  • 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
  • Dior dresses the players for every official appearance—not as a sponsorship decoration but as a statement of aesthetic register.
    Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 June 2026
  • 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.
    Erin Qualey, Vulture, 24 June 2026
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  • There’s also a sound personalization engine that tailors the frequency response to your individual hearing.
    Christian de Looper, PC Magazine, 8 July 2026
  • 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.
    Adam Williams June 24, New Atlas, 24 June 2026
Noun
  • If the judge finds there is sufficient evidence to proceed to trial, Robinson will be arraigned and enter pleas.
    Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • Leo’s Saturday pleas to European and American leaders are not unprecedented.
    Connor Greene, Time, 4 July 2026
Verb
  • Every summer wardrobe needs a reliable pair of denim shorts, and this Levi’s style fits the bill.
    Annie Blackman, InStyle, 8 July 2026
  • While comparisons often focus on rocket count or maximum range, the more meaningful differences lie in mobility, ammunition, precision, and how each system fits into a wider battlefield network.
    Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 7 July 2026

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“Suits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suits. Accessed 12 Jul. 2026.

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