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as in to correspond
to be in agreement on every point
now that you've explained your absence to me, my records and the office's fit
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as in to adapt
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
I can undo the hem on these old culottes and fit them into a skirt
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as in to equip
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
that final computer course should fit him for a career in programming
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as in to prepare
to make ready in advance
I won't have time to fit the spare room for the guests
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as in case
a sudden experiencing of a physical or mental disorder
without her medication, she'd have an epileptic fit
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as in burst
a sudden intense expression of strong feeling
helpless fits of laughter from the audience
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as in scene
an outburst or display of excited anger
found out what his wife had spent on clothes and threw a fit
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as in suitable
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
clothing that is fit for horseback riding
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as in go
being in a state of fitness for some experience or action
fit for military service
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as in available
capable of or suitable for being used for a particular purpose
I don't think those bald tires are fit for winter driving
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as in healthy
enjoying health and vigor
eat well and stay fit
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as in qualified
having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance
need to hire someone whose language skills make them fit for the job
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Recent Examples of fit
David Weigel, semafor.com, 17 June 2026
In the 1960s and ’70s, Danish doctors fitted some 4,500 Greenlandic women and girls with the devices, often without their consent, to curb Greenland’s population growth.
—Joshua Hunt, Vanity Fair, 17 June 2026
Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
The T-shirt and shorts both have a relaxed fit.
—Jamie Weissman, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026
Better Homes & Gardens, 14 June 2026
Elle Macpherson pretty much lives in cashmere, and is quite particular about the colors, fit, details and quality.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 13 June 2026
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Verb
Where does immigration fit into this?
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 17 June 2026
In the 1960s and ’70s, Danish doctors fitted some 4,500 Greenlandic women and girls with the devices, often without their consent, to curb Greenland’s population growth.
—Joshua Hunt, Vanity Fair, 17 June 2026
Noun
The mesh upper is breathable and lightweight, and the bungee laces provide a customizable fit.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
The T-shirt and shorts both have a relaxed fit.
—Jamie Weissman, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026
Adjective
The loose fit promotes airflow on warm days, and the overall look has a Free People-esque vibe at an Amazon price.
—Better Homes & Gardens, 14 June 2026
Elle Macpherson pretty much lives in cashmere, and is quite particular about the colors, fit, details and quality.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 13 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fit
Verb
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In 2009 mathematicians Hemanshu Kaul and YoungJu Jo, both then at the Illinois Institute of Technology, proved that 10 guards or cameras would suffice in this case.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
13 June 2026
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Boards that assume future action will suffice are misreading the timing.—
Maman Ibrahim,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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In a corresponding move, the team placed swing tackle Storm Norton on the physically unable to perform list, which ended his season.—
Daniel Flick,
AJC.com,
15 June 2026
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The wins corresponded with European triumphs; the loss with a European setback.—
Chuck Murr,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Verb
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Britain has increasingly toughened its approach to tech companies in recent years, urging or forcing them to impose age verification, adapt their algorithms and, most recently, prevent children from circulating nude images taken on mobile phones.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
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The needs of religious consumers were changing, and church leaders scrambled to adapt.—
Michael Luo,
New Yorker,
14 June 2026
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While officials initially declined to speculate, Haynes confirmed that the B-52 Stratofortress was equipped with the new Active Electronically Scanned Array, or AESA, radar system.—
Reeti Malhotra,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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The humanoid is equipped with multi-degree-of-freedom joints and dexterous robotic hands, enabling it to manipulate objects and perform a wide range of physical tasks.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
15 June 2026
Verb
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Longtime transatlantic partners now differ on issues ranging from the conduct and conclusion of the Iran war to support for Ukraine; meanwhile, Japan fears the US is prioritizing accommodating China over backing its Asian allies.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
16 June 2026
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At the helm, bucket seats reinforce the high- performance feel, while the cockpit accommodates up to 12 guests, with a central dining area, twin aft sunpads, and a larger sunpad forward.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
16 June 2026
Verb
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Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Islamabad was preparing for an electronic signing, to be followed by technical-level talks in the coming week.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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Because Simon’s already got this prepared.—
Carita Rizzo,
Deadline,
14 June 2026
Noun
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As of June 12, there have been 2,073 measles cases reported in the United States in 2016.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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In that case, the parent may continue borrowing under the old limits for up to three school years, or until graduation, whichever comes first.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Two setups from Pulisic, playmaking in bursts on the left wing, beating three Paraguay defenders during one sprint.—
Filip Bondy,
New York Daily News,
13 June 2026
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The actress said that the show was inspired by her love of discussing personal topics in short bursts.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 June 2026
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“Fit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fit. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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