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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
Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
Healthcare organizations could follow suit, automating what Jeff Goldsmith describes as pervasive mistrust of physician judgment.
—Spencer Dorn, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Matt Gelb, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
This trend is particularly evident among those establishing museums and foundations in newer markets, where private sales are favored for their flexibility, with the ability to transact on a timeline that suits both parties.
—The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 2 Jan. 2025
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Apple rivals, including Samsung and Google, have since followed suit, according to Apple Insider.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
Healthcare organizations could follow suit, automating what Jeff Goldsmith describes as pervasive mistrust of physician judgment.
—Spencer Dorn, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Verb
Michael Mercado, also on the 40-man roster, could return to a bullpen role that better suits him.
—Matt Gelb, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
This trend is particularly evident among those establishing museums and foundations in newer markets, where private sales are favored for their flexibility, with the ability to transact on a timeline that suits both parties.
—The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suit
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The Oklahoma Supreme Court in June dismissed a lawsuit by survivors, dampening the hope of advocates for racial justice that the city would make financial amends for the attack.Sean Murphy, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2025
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This comedy/romance/drama follows the true story of Erin Brockovich (Julia Roberts in an Oscar-winning performance), a struggling single mother who, despite knowing little about legalese, fronts a lawsuit that would become groundbreaking on the environmental front.Travis Bean, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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These warm and dry conditions contribute to Miami's appeal as a winter escape, drawing visitors seeking respite from colder climates.Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
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As far as the lofty cost of PTA, the comp that justifies the spend boils down to the marquee appeal of DiCaprio.Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 15 Jan. 2025
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This, suffice it to say, is not how debate in America should work.The Editors, National Review, 10 Jan. 2025
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The journey to crafting an effective private equity (PE) résumé begins with the understanding that your existing corporate résumé won't suffice.Mary Elizabeth Bradford, CERM, CMRW, CARW, MCD, NCOPE, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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After that, Plowright enjoyed a career resurgence at the age of 60, satisfying both upmarket tastes and more commercial fare.Pan Pylas, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
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Ah, the foot mask that launched a thousand gross, yet oddly satisfying videos.Amy Wilkinson, SELF, 16 Jan. 2025
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When superstar singer Taylor Swift arrived at last year’s Wild Card game between the Chiefs and Dolphins, she was dressed for the bitter cold while also showing support for boyfriend Travis Kelce.Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 9 Jan. 2025
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Many were senior citizens and dressed in red, yellow and blue, answering Machado’s call to wear the colors of the Venezuelan flag.Regina Garcia Cano and Joshua Goodman, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
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No matter your sport of choice, this list has the outdoor gear tailored to your winter pursuits.Christopher Murray, Fox News, 13 Jan. 2025
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In another example, Phoenix Children's and Philips Healthcare partnered to co-create innovative solutions tailored to pediatric imaging.Chandler Barron, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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Prosecutors didn’t offer Depa a plea deal to reduce his potential sentence.Shirsho Dasgupta, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
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World & Nation Pentagon chief loses bid to reject Sept. 11, 2001, defendants’ plea deals Dec. 31, 2024 However, those prisoners have since been released in circumstances unexplained by Oman.Ellen Knickmeyer, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
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The character is perhaps best known for her unlikely romance with Carell's Michael, which rollercoastered from seasons 2-4.Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 15 Jan. 2025
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Just days after the Wolverine star pretty much confirmed his romance with Sutton Foster, Furness, 69, was spotted enjoying some quality time with Ava, 19, at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Tuesday, January 14.Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Suit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suit. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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