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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Recent Examples of fit
Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 31 Jan. 2025
Since joining the team, Finney-Smith has led the group in plus-minus, fitting in well around James and Davis as a seasoned role player with deep playoff experience.
—Jovan Buha, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
Ryley Amond, CNBC, 31 Jan. 2025
The stylistic fit doesn’t make a ton of sense, as Griner’s pace is more methodical than what the Dream should be aiming for.
—Sabreena Merchant, The Athletic, 31 Jan. 2025
Jonas Siegel, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025
They can be styled a myriad of ways, including with wide-leg jeans or paired with trousers and an oversized blazer for a chic work ‘fit.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 19 Jan. 2025
Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 13 Sep. 2024
Lambert opted for a fitted jacket with a wide paisley collar that revealed her turquoise bra underneath.
—Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 11 Sep. 2024
Paul Dehner Jr., The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
Taking the place of theaters and water slides, the ship is instead fitted with six operating rooms, recovery wards, intensive care units, and a pharmacy—all state-of-the-art facilities designed to deliver free medical care to those facing unjust poverty.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Verb
The 12-inch vinyl slates – as opposed to its predecessor, the 78-rpm made from shellac – played at a faster speed, 33 1/3 revolutions per minutes compared to 78, and could fit about 25 minutes of music on each side.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 31 Jan. 2025
Since joining the team, Finney-Smith has led the group in plus-minus, fitting in well around James and Davis as a seasoned role player with deep playoff experience.
—Jovan Buha, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
Noun
The Prime Visa card could be a great fit for those who shop at Amazon and Whole Foods frequently.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 31 Jan. 2025
The stylistic fit doesn’t make a ton of sense, as Griner’s pace is more methodical than what the Dream should be aiming for.
—Sabreena Merchant, The Athletic, 31 Jan. 2025
Adjective
His most lasting fit partner-wise has been Myers, who barely played in the NHL last season.
—Jonas Siegel, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025
They can be styled a myriad of ways, including with wide-leg jeans or paired with trousers and an oversized blazer for a chic work ‘fit.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 19 Jan. 2025
Adjective
Wear it solo as a tank top or layer it over a fitted long sleeve for a preppy, stylish look.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 13 Sep. 2024
Lambert opted for a fitted jacket with a wide paisley collar that revealed her turquoise bra underneath.
—Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 11 Sep. 2024
Verb
If doing a better job developing the young players on defense is the top priority, Golden would fit the bill.
—Paul Dehner Jr., The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
Taking the place of theaters and water slides, the ship is instead fitted with six operating rooms, recovery wards, intensive care units, and a pharmacy—all state-of-the-art facilities designed to deliver free medical care to those facing unjust poverty.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fit
Noun
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Desperation leads to counterfeit medications, unsafe substitutions and, in extreme cases, theft.—
Tony Christiano,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2025
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In this case, companies are eliminating information and rhetoric that has become politically toxic.—
Maria Aspan,
NPR,
7 Feb. 2025
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But over eight half-hour episodes (including a finale that’s twice that length), those momentary bursts of magic feel all too fleeting.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
26 Jan. 2025
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That was no problem for Netflix as Back in Action wasn't just filmed at Pinewood but action sequences were also shot on London's river Thames and at its barrier which prevents the city from flooding and bursts open in the film.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes,
25 Jan. 2025
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Jones also said a firearm was recovered from the scene.—
Elizabeth Pritchett,
Fox News,
5 Feb. 2025
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As the scene zooms in closer to the television set, the screen turns on and and RiRi’s Smurfette character blows a kiss to the viewer.—
Rania Aniftos,
Billboard,
5 Feb. 2025
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That was the case at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, when the Minnesota Wild visited the Senators for an NHL bout.—
Ryan Morik,
Fox News,
2 Feb. 2025
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After 15 minutes of almost complete domination from Page, the judges scored the bout 30-27, 30-27, 29-28 to the Londoner, who claimed his 23rd career victory.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
1 Feb. 2025
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One witness in Havre de Grace, Maryland, recorded video of the eerie glow, showing the fireball resembled a silent explosion that lit the early morning as most people slept.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
3 Feb. 2025
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Finally, in 1910, came a fabled explosion that has been dramatized in several Gustav-and-Alma movies.—
Alex Ross,
The New Yorker,
3 Feb. 2025
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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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The city of Charlotte and state of North Carolina may never forget April 29, 2024 — the day that marked one of the nation’s most devastating attacks on law enforcement in generations.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Feb. 2025
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Two more New York City firefighters have died as a result of health issues sustained while working at the site of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
People.com,
5 Feb. 2025
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Player of the Week Junior forward Darron Greer Jr. averages 24.3 points and 11 rebounds over four games for Argo, including a 36-point outburst in a 69-51 win over Chicago Christian.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
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Young’s leaning into the Chiefs winning a third straight Super Bowl, barring another playoff outburst from Eagles running back Saquon Barkley.—
Cam Inman,
The Mercury News,
2 Feb. 2025
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“Fit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fit. Accessed 10 Feb. 2025.
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