1
as in health
the condition of being sound in body
a gymnastics program promoting fitness and agility in school-aged children
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as in relevance
the quality or state of being especially suitable or fitting
I have to question the fitness of wearing a bright red dress to a funeral
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Recent Examples of fitness
With a soft insole, ultra-light sole cushioning, and a heel drop designed to maintain your form, the shoe is perfect for runs, long walks, and general fitness.
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Anja Webb, Parents, 5 Sep. 2025
Shopping, dining, and nightlife are just steps away, and the hotel also features outdoor seating and a basement fitness center.
—Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
For all the fitness enthusiasts, the dating coach adds that working out isn’t a hobby and constitutes work.
—Essence, 5 Sep. 2025
The project would build a three-story, 50-foot-tall building for a surf academy, shop and restaurant, with a second floor for a fitness and yoga area with locker rooms and lounge, and a third floor dedicated to office space and VIP music recording studio.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 5 Sep. 2025
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Anja Webb, Parents, 5 Sep. 2025
Shopping, dining, and nightlife are just steps away, and the hotel also features outdoor seating and a basement fitness center.
—Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
For all the fitness enthusiasts, the dating coach adds that working out isn’t a hobby and constitutes work.
—Essence, 5 Sep. 2025
The project would build a three-story, 50-foot-tall building for a surf academy, shop and restaurant, with a second floor for a fitness and yoga area with locker rooms and lounge, and a third floor dedicated to office space and VIP music recording studio.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 5 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fitness
Noun
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All programs begin with an advanced diagnostic visit that includes a body scan to analyze your body composition, as well as measurements of your vital signs, cardiovascular health, stress levels and cognitive function.—
Sherrie Nachman,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Many factors affect prostate health, and diet plays a key role.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Films of striking social relevance that never fall to polemic or sensationalism, but instead so trustingly fulfill their characters’ plight and courage.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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This also presents an opportunity for Europe to turn strongly towards renewables and develop more nuclear, wind, and water infrastructure in order to fully account for the gap which would further erode Russia’s relevance in that market.—
Earl Carr,
Forbes.com,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The on-site spa and three different restaurants (the Mahogany Grille, Diamond Belle Saloon, and The Office Spiritorium) will round out your stay with wellness treatments plus great eats and drinks.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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The Association of Black PsychologistsIndividuals can find a Black mental health and wellness professional near them.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
6 Sep. 2025
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The decision by Suffolk County Supreme Court Judge Timothy Mazzei is an important win for prosecutors and a blow for the defense team that challenged the validity of this type of technology that specializes in extracting nuclear DNA from damaged or hard-to-get samples, such as rootless hair.—
Mark Morales,
CNN Money,
3 Sep. 2025
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Exemptions apply to certain categories, including diplomatic and official visas (A, G, NATO classifications), as well as applicants renewing a full-validity B-1, B-2, or B-1/B-2 visa or a Border Crossing Card within 12 months of expiration, provided specific conditions are met.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
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The strength of last year’s group was the secondary.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Plus, make sure to use weights that are appropriate for your current level of strength.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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But for a few high-profile flashpoints, however, debate about the Americans’ suitability has largely remained restricted to the internet rather than the match-going fans.—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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Transparency Challenges – Disclosures around pricing, performance and underlying holdings can be limited, creating barriers to fully assessing risk and suitability — especially when compared to public market investments.—
Rick Unser,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In January, the City Council voted for a certificate of appropriateness that paved the way for the Tin Shop building to either be relocated or demolished in the future.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Aug. 2025
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Many of these conferences took place at luxury resorts, raising questions about the appropriateness of the venues.—
Daniel Bice,
jsonline.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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To the extent that a reader has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue discussed above to his/her individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of his/her choosing, including a tax advisor and/or attorney.—
Bob Sponseller,
The Enquirer,
26 Aug. 2025
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Kanter said that’s a reflection of the panel members’ areas of expertise that are relevant to evaluating the safety, efficacy and applicability of shots.—
Annika Kim Constantino,Bertha Coombs,Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
19 Aug. 2025
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“Fitness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fitness. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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