How to Use suitable in a Sentence

suitable

adjective
  • The dress was a suitable choice.
  • We upgraded the computer to make it suitable to our needs.
  • The video, which is not suitable for all ages, is below.
    Mark Heim | Mheim@al.com, al, 6 June 2023
  • Despite the brand name, these chairs are suitable for adults, too.
    Samantha S. Thorpe, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2023
  • Some acknowledge the land was never suitable for homes in the first place.
    Reis Thebault, Washington Post, 7 Feb. 2024
  • The sturdy stems and long vase life make the flowers suitable for cutting.
    Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 May 2023
  • None of it was suitable data for any of their profiles.
    Hazlitt, 24 Jan. 2024
  • Keep in Mind The square shape may not be suitable for every outdoor project.
    L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2023
  • The bad news is that vitamin E might not be suitable for all skin types.
    Audrey Noble, Vogue, 26 Oct. 2023
  • Cons This isn’t suitable for infants or younger kids who can’t sit on their own.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito, Peoplemag, 17 Oct. 2023
  • Though it’s written for children ages 8-12, the new book is suitable for fans of all ages, and makes a great gift idea too.
    Tim Chan, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Apr. 2024
  • Most of the products in this list are suitable for daily or twice-daily use.
    Alena Hall, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2024
  • Here are some of the posts that were suitable for publication.
    Jeremy Cluff, The Arizona Republic, 25 July 2023
  • What to Consider: The one-size-fits-all design may not be suitable for all users.
    Nathan Borchelt, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2023
  • This walker is suitable for children ages 6 months to 3 years old.
    Laura Lu, Parents, 7 July 2023
  • There are also cars that are suitable, more or less, for track usage.
    Elana Scherr, Car and Driver, 27 Aug. 2023
  • Though the seat is compact, the handle is still 40 inches tall, a suitable height for tall pet parents.
    Good Housekeeping, 6 July 2023
  • This size is suitable for areas between 50 and 75 square feet.
    Casey Clark, Popular Mechanics, 9 June 2023
  • This machine is suitable for stairs, and the cleaning wand handles corners and crevices with ease.
    Sharon Brandwein, Southern Living, 17 Jan. 2024
  • This game is 10 to 15 minutes of playtime and is suitable for players aged seven and up.
    Sharon Brandwein, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2024
  • That is simply beyond words—most of which are not suitable for this letter.
    Kennedy Sessions, Chron, 29 Mar. 2023
  • The coaches, on the whole, are more experienced, more adroit, more suitable to the talent of their players.
    Rory Smith, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2023
  • Before, Nissin’s polystyrene cup was not suitable for the microwave.
    Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 27 Oct. 2023
  • This career is suitable only for those who have a true calling.
    Boris Sollazzo, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Mar. 2024
  • Each wreath comes with a top loop for easy hanging and is suitable for indoor and sheltered outdoor use.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2023
  • Decaf coffee may be suitable for people who want to avoid or cannot drink a lot of caffeine.
    Cynthia Sass, Mph, Rd, Health, 1 Apr. 2023
  • The Colts still have until the October 31 trading deadline to find a suitable trade for Taylor.
    Lorenzo Reyes, USA TODAY, 29 Aug. 2023
  • This treadmill is on sale online at Walmart for 47% off and is suitable for your home gym, office, or house.
    Sabrina Talbert, Women's Health, 16 Mar. 2023
  • There are 30 total parts in this calendar, which is suitable for dino lovers ages 3 and up.
    Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Bsn, Parents, 3 Nov. 2023
  • The casual blouse is suitable for everyday wear, but it can also be dressed up with slacks and trousers.
    Casey Clark, Peoplemag, 20 Sep. 2023

Some of these examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'suitable.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Last Updated: