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as in lawsuit
a court case for enforcing a right or claim
filed a suit against the company that had manufactured the faulty heater, claiming they were responsible for the fire
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as in appeal
an earnest request
O Lord of Heaven, hear our humble suit
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as in dating
the series of social engagements shared by a couple looking to get married
a rather old-fashioned fellow, he first sought the consent of the girl's father for the suit
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as in to satisfy
to give satisfaction to
the location of our hotel suited us just fine
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as in to dress
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
went to the party suited in a strange getup that he'd picked out himself
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as in to tailor
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
a bohemian by nature, she would have to suit her behavior to the corporate culture
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Recent Examples of suit
Erin Qualey, Vulture, 30 Mar. 2026
As water was causing damage inside their homes, weather without was penetrating the building in multiple ways, the suit says.
—Paul Flahive, Austin American Statesman, 30 Mar. 2026
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026
While certain formulas tend to work well on mature skin, there’s not one universal type that suits everyone over 50.
—Jenny Berg, Glamour, 30 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The next morning, Greg wanders across campus in his rumpled suit.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 30 Mar. 2026
As water was causing damage inside their homes, weather without was penetrating the building in multiple ways, the suit says.
—Paul Flahive, Austin American Statesman, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
But that seems a minor inconvenience to a mayor who can change policy to suit his agenda.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026
While certain formulas tend to work well on mature skin, there’s not one universal type that suits everyone over 50.
—Jenny Berg, Glamour, 30 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suit
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Around this time Denise and Aaron filed a civil lawsuit against the City of Vallejo claiming defamation and emotional distress.—
Lauren Clark,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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This article quotes from and is based largely on records from three lawsuits against formula manufacturers that went to trial in 2024 and are now on appeal.—
David Hilzenrath,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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For both the academy and AEG, which owns and operates the complex, the appeal is in keeping everything in one place — arrivals, ceremony, the Governors Ball and afterparties — rather than spreading events across multiple locations.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Mar. 2026
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The emotional appeal and audience desire for wholesome content contributed to the spread.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
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And smaller group chats are where real conversations are happening (even online dating is moving IRL again).—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
27 Mar. 2026
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The discovery and dating of Monte Verde, which was initially mired in controversy, appeared to put that to rest.—
Adithi Ramakrishnan,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2026
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The play subverts itself, never allowing an audience to gain a commanding foothill, even at the end when (suffice it to say) the watchers become the watched.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Mar. 2026
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International flights still require a valid passport or acceptable alternative; a Real ID card alone will not suffice.—
Katie Wiseman,
IndyStar,
25 Mar. 2026
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That explanation did not satisfy the project’s critics.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2026
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Keown added that restaurants are offering multiple types of pizza to satisfy a growing range of customer demands.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Grab the umbrella, dress the kids in rain gear, and leave extra drive time in the morning.—
Tammie Souza,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Some women dressed in traditional Iranian attire carried signs expressing support for the war in Iran.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Such a model could blend the strongest elements of existing systems under one roof while remaining tailored to older adults.—
Crystal Hudson,
New York Daily News,
1 Apr. 2026
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Under strict scrutiny, the government has to prove that a restriction on speech is narrowly tailored to protect a compelling interest, which is generally preventing harm to an individual or the public at large, according to the Freedom Forum.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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Dozens flocked to City Hall, wielding signs and voicing pleas for Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty, Sacramento City Manager Maraskeshia Smith and other council members to halt construction.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Tiger Woods has entered a plea of not guilty and has waived his arraignment, demanding a trial with a jury.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Suit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suit. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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