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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
Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
Since taking their love mainstream, Wilson has opened up about the couple’s first date, how Hodges fits into her songwriting process, wanting to settle down, and now, their engagement.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 13 Feb. 2025
Jade Chung-Lee, PCMAG, 13 Feb. 2025
The collaboration between the popular series and fashion brand was a seamless fit, Bovaird shared.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 12 Feb. 2025
Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2025
And the new product brings a fit tool, called Multi-Sizing, along with it.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 6 Feb. 2025
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Verb
More news: Clayton Kershaw's $7.5 Million Deal Can Top Justin Verlander, Max Scherzer
Chavis fits the Dodgers' preference for versatility among their position players.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
Since taking their love mainstream, Wilson has opened up about the couple’s first date, how Hodges fits into her songwriting process, wanting to settle down, and now, their engagement.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 13 Feb. 2025
Noun
Lightweight and comfortable, the second-generation Apple AirPods Pro includes four ear tips to customize your fit.
—Jade Chung-Lee, PCMAG, 13 Feb. 2025
The collaboration between the popular series and fashion brand was a seamless fit, Bovaird shared.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 12 Feb. 2025
Adjective
Walking Club: Get fit and make new friends with the Red Hot Chili Steppers walking club.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2025
And the new product brings a fit tool, called Multi-Sizing, along with it.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 6 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fit
Verb
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Meanwhile, the same debates accompanying discussions of slavery reparations in greater society permeate the order as well: Some feel a moral urgency while others criticize the effort as unfairly burdening the entities of today or suggesting the order’s ongoing work with the poor should suffice.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA TODAY,
17 Feb. 2025
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On this particular night, however, role playing must suffice.—
Abigail Adams,
People.com,
14 Feb. 2025
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Kenner police said the complaints will be referred to the corresponding jurisdictions for further investigation.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
10 Feb. 2025
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The prediction of a mild winter has not corresponded with the weather so far.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Helen Fielding adapts her novel for the screen alongside Dan Mazer and Abi Morgan with maturity.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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Author Sophie Cousens adapted her novel, which came out at the end of 2020, into the screenplay for the movie.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
14 Feb. 2025
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The trucks are equipped with chrome front grille deflectors that may fracture and may detach from the vehicle, according to the recall report.—
James Powel,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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It’s equipped with 16GB of RAM, great for gaming, streaming, or working creatively.—
StackCommerce Team (Sponsored),
PCMAG,
17 Feb. 2025
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The Department of Education is expected to provide guidance in the coming weeks, and loan servicers will need time to adjust their systems to accommodate borrowers transitioning to new repayment plans.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
22 Feb. 2025
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In the long term, workplace policies should acknowledge and accommodate the dual roles of employees as professionals and caregivers.—
Christine Michel Carter,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The world's tallest and second-fastest roller coaster, Kingda Ka, has reached its final days, as demolition crews prepare to implode the iconic ride that has towered over Six Flags Great Adventure for nearly 20 years.—
Mike Davis,
USA TODAY,
22 Feb. 2025
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Just prepare for some pretty large gaps along the way. February 21, 2025: Over a year after their four-month fling ended, Tom Brady and Irina Shayk are reportedly back on.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
22 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The United States is seeing the worst flu season in more than a decade, with cases still trending up.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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Others contended that each case is different and should be judged based on its own unique merits, such as the state the incident took place in.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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This can cause those magnetic fields to collide and release energetic particles close to the speed of light, giving off bright bursts of radiation that are ejected outward, similar to that of a solar flare from the sun, Yusef-Zadeh says.—
Chandelis Duster,
NPR,
20 Feb. 2025
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Since 2022, the marathon’s energy and variety has sprawled over a weekend and a borough, with a burst of performances at spaces around Brooklyn.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Fit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fit. Accessed 26 Feb. 2025.
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