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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
Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 6 Aug. 2025
New Nevermore principal, Barry Dort (a delightfully jaunty Steve Buscemi), arrives with an impeccable collection of purple suits, and the student uniforms have a little extra pop to match.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 6 Aug. 2025
Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 4 Aug. 2025
This everyday bra is comfortable, breathable, comes in a ton of versatile shades that suit a ton of skin tones, and is available in a wide range of sizes.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 4 Aug. 2025
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Noun
These suits have since been consolidated with the city’s lawsuit into one extensive liability case.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 6 Aug. 2025
New Nevermore principal, Barry Dort (a delightfully jaunty Steve Buscemi), arrives with an impeccable collection of purple suits, and the student uniforms have a little extra pop to match.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 6 Aug. 2025
Verb
Ricotta As a popular Italian dairy product, ricotta cheese has a mild taste that suits both savory and sweet dishes.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 4 Aug. 2025
This everyday bra is comfortable, breathable, comes in a ton of versatile shades that suit a ton of skin tones, and is available in a wide range of sizes.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 4 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suit
Noun
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Both lawsuits were settled, according to court filings.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
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In its motion, the federal government laid out the timeline for its decision to join the lawsuit.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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There's got to be a better system that will see all these appeals through quicker.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
20 Aug. 2025
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Despite those convictions, Daybell has filed an appeal in Arizona, arguing misconduct and judicial prejudice and is scheduled to appear virtually from Idaho while serving her life terms.—
Miguel Torres,
AZCentral.com,
19 Aug. 2025
Verb
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As long as Hizballah retains arms, words will not suffice.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
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Hundreds of other small water systems face Emmaus’ predicament, where local budgets may not suffice to cover the cost to remove PFAS without raising water rates.—
Austin Fast,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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Nut butters, like almond butter and peanut butter, are known to help satisfy hunger cravings and contain key nutrients to keep you feeling full.—
T'Keyah Bazin,
Verywell Health,
6 Aug. 2025
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Bulldog gravy adds flavor to modest meals that need to satisfy hungry, hardworking families.—
Sheri Castle,
Southern Living,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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There is talk about having cameras in dressing rooms, which for me is an absolute no-go.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
14 Aug. 2025
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Slovakia unfolds like a storybook—picture Bratislava’s old town leaning into the Danube—dressed with pastel façades, winding alleys, and medieval towers.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Avon is embracing the omnichannel chaos, and further enabling their personalized beauty experts to provide customers better guidance and make more informed decisions tailored to their unique needs.—
Dean DeBiase,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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These work-ready finds include polished midi skirts that offer practical coverage, soft twill blazers that layer effortlessly, and tailored pull-on pants with just the right amount of stretch.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
16 Aug. 2025
Noun
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As part of the plea agreement, Yager completed 40 hours of community service and DUI school.—
Kirsten Fiscus,
Nashville Tennessean,
11 Aug. 2025
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The Abraham Lincoln High School standout drafted by the Portland Trailblazers in 2004 is scheduled to begin a 6-month sentence Tuesday after allegedly failing to satisfy the terms of a plea agreement for his part in a healthcare fraud case, according to TMZ.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
11 Aug. 2025
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There are different levels to the show: a romance level, the thriller aspect and then that familial layer.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
19 Aug. 2025
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His portfolio also boasts a writing stint on Russell T. Davies’ Doctor Who, as well as Dracula, Inside Man and HBO’s sci-fi romance miniseries The Time Traveler’s Wife, among others.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Aug. 2025
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“Suit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suit. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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