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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 fitting
to be fitting or proper
spoke politely of the deceased, as befitted the occasion
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Recent Examples of befitting
Glenn Garner, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2025
The first half felt befitting of a pair of 0-2 teams.
—Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2025
Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
At his behest Aurangzeb—who disdained poetry—sent agents across India and Persia to assemble a literary circle befitting her.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Maybe a Vegas residency is more befitting Swift’s showgirl era?
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2025
The first half felt befitting of a pair of 0-2 teams.
—Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2025
Verb
According to sources, the coaches wanted to see Tiller play in a style befitting his 6-foot-11 frame.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
At his behest Aurangzeb—who disdained poetry—sent agents across India and Persia to assemble a literary circle befitting her.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for befitting
Adjective
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Kirsten Kelly-Vargas and her husband, Gary, felt a similar urgency to acquire the proper attire for the occasion.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Ashlyn Needham wrote in Southern Living that proper hanging matters more than people realize.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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People in this area are urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Apr. 2026
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Oh my gosh, ticked off is not the appropriate word.—
Ticked Off,
The Orlando Sentinel,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The echoes of the past walked through the building, only fitting in a Philly-Boston postseason rivalry.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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The loose-fitting cut and crochet pattern is breathable and cute enough to wear as a vest or top with other things in my wardrobe.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Soft spoken, very polite, a good fellow.—
Michael Biesecker,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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Stribing was equal parts humble, low key and polite — not at all in keeping with the image of a diva wide receiver.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This will require recurring cost, however, making the recurring purchase of purified water for a filterless humidifier is just as suitable a solution.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
30 Apr. 2026
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It should be noted that maples or any other plants that require regular moisture and protection from summer sun are most suitable for container growing.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Design can help with that, starting with accessories that keep your brush head far from the orange grime that lines the sink while simply suiting your bathroom’s style.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
23 Feb. 2026
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Only Ralph could make tweed, velvet, fur pelts and suiting sexy and recognizable and stylishly sumptuous.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The Hawks shot 10-of-41 in Game 4, a respectable 13-of-33 in Game 3, 9-of-30 in Game 2 and 14-of-37 from deep in Game 1.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2026
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His seven goals and 21 points this season were respectable for a now-21-year-old rookie, but Sandin-Pellikka’s value is predicated on his ability to move (and shoot) the puck.—
Max Bultman,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Havertz is Julian Nagelsmann’s first-choice forward and, if fit, will surely start as part of a front three with Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala at the World Cup.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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This simple, timeless piece flaunts a higher neckline and snug fit that falls to the hips, and it can be worn to the gym, or paired with capris, flowy shorts, or the Adidas Originals Essentials 3-stripes Woven Parachute Pants for a streetwear approach to your travel style.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Befitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/befitting. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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