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as in proper
following the established traditions of refined society and good taste
many voters feel that the womanizing governor has not acted in a befitting manner for someone who serves as the state's chief executive
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as in appropriate
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
a befitting reply to a civil question
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as in sufficing
to be fitting or proper
spoke politely of the deceased, as befitted the occasion
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Recent Examples of befitting
David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 8 Sep. 2024
When such a watch shows up, Daniele is closed for the day, and armed security holds down the establishment—a befitting result for a man who was once a member of the Carabinieri.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 20 June 2024
Andrew Lapin, Sun Sentinel, 18 Dec. 2024
Suitable for ages 3 and up, this show is a illuminated spectacle befitting the whole family.
—Mars Salazar, Austin American-Statesman, 6 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
The chemistry between Goldstein and Poots would still be engagingly natural (simpatico and renewable in a way more befitting old friends than new lovers), just as the scenes between them would still hum with the low-wattage electricity of a couple that doesn’t have to try that hard.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 8 Sep. 2024
When such a watch shows up, Daniele is closed for the day, and armed security holds down the establishment—a befitting result for a man who was once a member of the Carabinieri.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 20 June 2024
Verb
The film has an epic, three-and-a-half-hour runtime, including an intermission — the kind of length that, while befitting the scope and theme of a story about an uncompromising artist, could turn theatergoers off.
—Andrew Lapin, Sun Sentinel, 18 Dec. 2024
Suitable for ages 3 and up, this show is a illuminated spectacle befitting the whole family.
—Mars Salazar, Austin American-Statesman, 6 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for befitting
Adjective
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Under proper care, and after plenty of rest, she’s been able to manage her symptoms well enough to return to work and a mostly normal life.—
Jamie Ducharme,
TIME,
14 Jan. 2025
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There has long been a clamour among the fans for him to be given a proper run in the team, for many reasons.—
Sam Lee,
The Athletic,
14 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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With Biden, the vice presidency seemed to return to a more appropriate equilibrium after Cheney’s extraordinary tenure.—
Roy Brownell,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Jan. 2025
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While current data show that youth use remains low, the FDA is closely monitoring the marketplace and is committed to taking action, as appropriate, to best protect public health.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
17 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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According to a Newsweek article, simple gestures like being polite to airline staff can significantly improve a travel experience.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
15 Jan. 2025
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Ahead of Trump’s swearing-in at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 20, he and Melania Trump are expected to be greeted at the White House by Joe and Jill Biden, who will then bring them inside for some tea or coffee and perhaps some polite conversation.—
Martha Ross,
The Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Although most organic waste is suitable for bokashi composting, don’t add moldy food, pet waste, or excessive amounts of liquid or oil to your bokashi composter.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Jan. 2025
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Herbal medicines may be inconsistent in strength and efficacy between batches and may not be suitable for use on sensitive skin.6 More research may be needed to help better understand the differences in psoriasis severity between Asian people and people of other ethnicities.—
Sayaka Blickenderfer, PhD,
Health,
18 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The rapper then expressed his willingness to be compliant with rules and regulations, a reference to his attempt to maintain a respectable image in the eyes of his fans and the public at large.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
9 Jan. 2025
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With 58,000 miles on the clock, this CTS-V wagon sold for a respectable $62,000.—
Christian Gilbertsen,
Robb Report,
8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Pretty fitting to hand the reins over on January 6.—
Jay Nordlinger,
National Review,
8 Jan. 2025
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This name change is more fitting for McDonald’s in light of our inclusion value and better aligns with this team’s work.—
Doug Melville,
Forbes,
7 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Brooklyn-born, Davidson Petit-Frère has built a suiting empire that caters to a prestigious clientele ranging from Hollywood celebrities to global leaders.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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Related Articles Kidman favored power suiting with a dose of pinstripes.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
17 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The long-term fix The only truly permanent solutions to keep TikTok online appear to be: 1) pass a new law reversing the old one — no easy task, considering that the existing bill had such broad bipartisan support in Congress — or 2) force a sale to an acceptable buyer.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN,
19 Jan. 2025
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And maybe the biggest news is the lack of an acceptable owner (among other issues) standing in the way of the league’s return to Arizona.—
Sean McIndoe,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Befitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/befitting. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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