Synonyms of fit
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as in to suffice 
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as in to correspond
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as in to adapt
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as in to equip
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as in to accommodate
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as in to prepare
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as in to insert
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as in to furnish
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as in did
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as in corresponded
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as in adjusted
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as in equipped
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as in accommodated
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as in prepared
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as in case
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as in burst
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as in scene
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as in suitable
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as in go
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as in available
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as in healthy
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as in qualified
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as in fitting
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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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as in to insert
to put among or between others
do you think you can fit this picture into the album? I can fit you in between my two o'clock and three o'clock appointments
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as in to furnish
to provide (someone) with what is needed for a task or activity
fitted the hikers out with good boots and heavy socks
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as in fitting
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
her personality is well fitted to a desk job
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as in did
archaic
to be fitting or proper
we hardly know them, so for Christmas a simple card will fit
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as in corresponded
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 adjusted
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 equipped
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 prepared
to make ready in advance
I won't have time to fit the spare room for the guests
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Examples of fit in a Sentence
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Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 4 Nov. 2024
House Republicans also clashed at the time over where ideas to shore up solvency for entitlement programs or potential reductions to military spending would fit into talks to significantly curb spending.
—Aris Folley, The Hill, 3 Nov. 2024
Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024
That process has traditionally required doctors to scroll through a database of available trials, memorize inclusion and exclusion criteria and dig through patient records to determine a good fit, Vane told CNBC.
—Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024
Brin Snelling, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
For functional versatility, the frame features a three-point fit, adjustable nose pads, and removable glare-blocking side shields.
—Ty Gaskins, WWD, 30 Oct. 2024
Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 11 Sep. 2024
To offset their extreme volume, keep everything above the waist more fitted, and don’t feel the need to go overboard on layers or accessories.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 5 Sep. 2024
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On November 2, the model was spotted giving a relatively simple ’fit some rodeo flair with a striking pair of cowboy boots and a stunning suede shoulder bag with fringe and silver-rivet details.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 4 Nov. 2024
House Republicans also clashed at the time over where ideas to shore up solvency for entitlement programs or potential reductions to military spending would fit into talks to significantly curb spending.
—Aris Folley, The Hill, 3 Nov. 2024
Noun
Something that works for my mom, friend, or fiancé might not be a good fit for me.
—Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024
That process has traditionally required doctors to scroll through a database of available trials, memorize inclusion and exclusion criteria and dig through patient records to determine a good fit, Vane told CNBC.
—Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024
Adjective
The classes are 45-minute HIIT workouts structured to encourage members to interact with one another and are designed not only to get people fit but to foster relationships.
—Brin Snelling, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
For functional versatility, the frame features a three-point fit, adjustable nose pads, and removable glare-blocking side shields.
—Ty Gaskins, WWD, 30 Oct. 2024
Adjective
Lambert opted for a fitted jacket with a wide paisley collar that revealed her turquoise bra underneath.
—Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 11 Sep. 2024
To offset their extreme volume, keep everything above the waist more fitted, and don’t feel the need to go overboard on layers or accessories.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 5 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fit
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Colds are typically a mild illness, while the flu can become severe and, in some cases, deadly.Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 28 Oct. 2024
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The defendant was Jackie Wilson, whose infamous case was critical to unveiling systemic practices of torture within the Chicago Police Department, and he was being tried for a third time for murder in the slayings of Chicago police Officers William Fahey and Richard O’Brien.Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2024
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Few companies are explicit on this distinction when reporting density metrics, and headcount can fluctuate especially with large bursts of hiring or staff reductions, so density per seat remains more consistent than per person.Phil Kirschner, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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Overall balance has been tweaked to enable the use of both hands while upright, along with short bursts without needing a supporting cane.Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 28 Oct. 2024
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In the new Hulu and Disney+ documentary Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band, the singer and his many bandmates take fans behind the scenes of their most recent tour.Victoria Edel, People.com, 26 Oct. 2024
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But apparently, something happened behind the scenes to sour their feelings on each other.Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2024
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Angered by the worldwide bout of inflation that followed the COVID-19 public health emergency, and a huge increase in the number of migrants fleeing war, dictatorships and the impacts of climate change, voters in Europe, Asia and the Americas have turned against their political establishments.David Lauter, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2024
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After his loss to Rollins at Crown Jewel, Reed is still seeking that elusive major victory, but given what Rollins told him after the bout, their Crown Jewel match should be the first of at least a few marquee matches between the twos tars.Blake Oestriecher, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
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In the Tianjin port, an initial explosion of nitrocellulose led to a much bigger detonation of eight hundred pounds of ammonium nitrate.Hazlitt, Hazlitt, 23 Oct. 2024
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Kwame Oppong, Bank of Ghana's head of fintech and innovation banking, pointed to fears around regulatory shortfalls amid an explosion of companies and technologies in recent years.Lucinda Shen, Axios, 23 Oct. 2024
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Volunteers were charged around 25 cents per huff, bringing in good profit for those who’d invested in the necessary gas tanks, tubes, and breathing bags.Oshan Jarow, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018
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The huffs and hums, produced by two women standing face-to-face and vocalizing from their throats, is believed to be one of the oldest music forms in the world.Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Aug. 2024
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After the 2020 election, a significant portion of the electorate questioned the legitimacy of results, leading to the January 6 attack on the Capitol.John Jennings, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
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In 2001: President George W. Bush signed the Patriot Act into law in response to the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.The Arizona Republic, The Arizona Republic, 26 Oct. 2024
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Did Sean’s outburst break your heart, even just a little?Nick Caruso, TVLine, 23 Oct. 2024
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Prosecutors have argued in court documents that accounts from subway passengers vary widely, including some who said Neely's outbursts were not out of the ordinary on New York City public transit.Claire Thornton, USA TODAY, 21 Oct. 2024
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“Fit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fit. Accessed 7 Nov. 2024.
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