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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
Gene Maddaus, Variety, 21 Feb. 2025
The question for the justices was whether the suit was barred by the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act, a 1976 law that generally forbids suits against foreign states.
—Adam Liptak, New York Times, 21 Feb. 2025
Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2025
And that’s been a description that has suited none of them this year.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 21 Feb. 2025
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Noun
In the six weeks since the suits were filed, the two sides have waged a battle in public and in court over a range of issues, including the professional rules governing out-of-court statements, the proper scope of subpoenas, and now the protective order that will govern mutual discovery.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 21 Feb. 2025
The question for the justices was whether the suit was barred by the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act, a 1976 law that generally forbids suits against foreign states.
—Adam Liptak, New York Times, 21 Feb. 2025
Verb
Great for hanging poolside or exploring the grounds of a resort, this set is an easy outfit suited for your next beach getaway.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2025
And that’s been a description that has suited none of them this year.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 21 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suit
Noun
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Maddox said a similar microcosm exists on the descendants’ side, with some supporting the foundation and others calling for class-action lawsuits.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA TODAY,
17 Feb. 2025
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Although the case against Jay-Z has been dismissed, Combs still faces more than 40 civil lawsuits.—
Elizabeth Rosner,
People.com,
16 Feb. 2025
Noun
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In a 2023 documentary celebrating the boot’s 50th anniversary, the New York rapper Rakim explained its appeal.—
Kin Woo,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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Trump already has filed an appeal to the Supreme Court in a dispute over whether the president can fire the head of an independent agency.—
Erin Doherty,
Axios,
20 Feb. 2025
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
Verb
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Colonial empires established plantations in Asia and South America to satisfy demand in Europe and North America.—
Peter S. Goodman,
New York Times,
22 Feb. 2025
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The menu is on par with the surroundings and has offerings to satisfy any craving—-they make a spectacularly delicious quesadilla and club sandwich.—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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The couple posed around a classic car as Lutes wore a black suit and Lovato dressed in white with hair in dramatic loose curls.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
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Blount, dressed in a blue suit, hugged his attorneys after the verdict.—
Charles Rabin,
Miami Herald,
14 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The threats faced by individuals like Michael are tailored and dynamic.—
Chad Angle,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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All of his clothes were tailored by my tailor, Chris Kerr.—
Mark Peikert,
IndieWire,
17 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Ruby cast blame on Hildebrandt for what had occurred and agreed to testify against the counselor as part of a plea deal.—
Rachel Brodsky,
TIME,
25 Feb. 2025
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Young Thug ended 2024 on a high note for himself and his fans when he was offered a plea deal and released from jail.—
Armon Sadler,
VIBE.com,
25 Feb. 2025
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Read: The slow, quiet demise of American romance Whether for-profit app companies are in fact trying to hinder people’s romantic game is questionable.—
Faith Hill,
The Atlantic,
20 Feb. 2025
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Save for a few exceptions, the show’s casting seems to prioritize people who are relatively inexperienced and also idealistic in their views of romance.—
Kayti Burt,
TIME,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Suit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suit. Accessed 28 Feb. 2025.
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