1
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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2
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
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Reacting to the decision by the Trump administration to close the U.S. visa section of the embassy in Colombia, Petro said there are thousands of Americans living in Colombia without proper documentation.—
Sonia Osorio,
Miami Herald,
26 Jan. 2025
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This will allow for proper healing and closure of the wound.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Jan. 2025
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Daniel Driscoll, the military veteran and businessman whom Trump has nominated to lead the Army, said today at his confirmation hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee that conducting such training near an airport like Reagan might not be appropriate.—
NBC News,
NBC News,
31 Jan. 2025
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Precautions When Taking Supplements Supplementing may not be appropriate for everyone.—
Melissa Nieves,
Verywell Health,
30 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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If Trump lost McConnell on Hegseth, there is reason to think other Republican lawmakers might now look around and find good—and shrewd—company in the polite opposition.—
Philip Elliott,
TIME,
27 Jan. 2025
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Upon arrival in Key West, the group exchanges polite greetings, but the underlying tension is palpable.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
27 Jan. 2025
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In fact, generally, a surprising number of business owners fail to protect their company's products and brands with suitable patents and trademarks.—
Tyler Shepherd,
USA TODAY,
31 Jan. 2025
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Its latest tiny home continues to embrace this rustic aesthetic and provides a remarkably spacious and comfortable interior suitable for a family.—
Adam Williams,
New Atlas,
30 Jan. 2025
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Bickerstaff has quietly turned Detroit into a respectable defense while still sprinkling enough shooting in to keep the offense humming; the Pistons have a winning record at the moment, something that seemed unthinkable 12 months ago.—
John Hollinger,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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Despite a lukewarm reception, with a critics score of just 26% on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, Planes grossed a respectable $240.2 million putting it on course to get a sequel of its own.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Whether or not this truly marks the end of The Weeknd, his ability to merge music and visual spectacle continues to evolve, making Hurry Up Tomorrow a fitting conclusion to this phase of his career.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
31 Jan. 2025
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Intentional or otherwise, this makes for a fitting embodiment of how mane people operate amid global tragedy; out of sight, out of mind.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
29 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
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But as time went on, Devo continued to push what was socially acceptable in their music and videos and MTV wasn't a fan.—
Greta Cross,
USA TODAY,
29 Jan. 2025
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If the Heat finds an acceptable offer in the next few days, the team would take it.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
28 Jan. 2025
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“Befitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/befitting. Accessed 4 Feb. 2025.
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