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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
Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 20 June 2024
Gotham started playing at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, N.J. — a 25,000-seat venue more befitting of a professional team — in 2020.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 19 Jan. 2024
Neal Rubin, Detroit Free Press, 19 Oct. 2024
In a storyline better befitting a melodrama than a popularity vote, Grazer won her second Fat Bear Contest Tuesday by defeating the male behemoth that killed her cub this summer.
—CBS News, 9 Oct. 2024
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Adjective
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
Gotham started playing at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, N.J. — a 25,000-seat venue more befitting of a professional team — in 2020.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 19 Jan. 2024
Verb
The longest post, befitting the marathon train ride, was about the trip to China.
—Neal Rubin, Detroit Free Press, 19 Oct. 2024
In a storyline better befitting a melodrama than a popularity vote, Grazer won her second Fat Bear Contest Tuesday by defeating the male behemoth that killed her cub this summer.
—CBS News, 9 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for befitting
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Over the course of the four-hour training, people learn how to identify the signs, ask the right questions, be the most active listener and direct those in crisis to the proper resources to help keep them safe.Steven Martinez, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
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But not having proper documentation can bring serious consequences.Trisha Mukherjee, ABC News, 21 Nov. 2024
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However, progressive organizations are learning to embrace and enable it while maintaining appropriate controls.Bernard Marr, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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New polling data by British research and data analytics firm YouGov found that 53 percent of respondents thought a permanent display about Great Britain’s role in the trade of slaves from Africa would be appropriate at the British Museum.Karen K. Ho, ARTnews.com, 21 Nov. 2024
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Craft a comprehensive script of polite yet firm responses for declining holiday invitations or managing family expectations without guilt.Tor Constantino, MBA, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Does Miss Manners have a suggestion for a polite way of indicating that, since they couldn’t be bothered to acknowledge the first gift, subsequent gifts should not be solicited?Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Cartwright recommends glass or BPA-free plastic receptacles, which are suitable for both refrigeration and reheating.Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
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Investing in digital assets carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors.Jon Stojan, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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While cinephiles shudder to learn the opinions of their favorite French actors, Irish stars are assumed to have respectable politics by default.Nate Jones, Vulture, 18 Nov. 2024
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Reviewer Mark Knapp rated a very similar Lenovo Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 exceptionally well, noting its premium build quality and respectable performance for the price.K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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William became Colonel of the Welsh Guards in 2023, a fitting role as King Charles named him the Prince of Wales following his accession, the traditional title for the heir to the British throne.Simon Perry, People.com, 26 Nov. 2024
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What’s also fitting is that the word has become a favorite diss in the rap world, the musical genre that has helped pioneer what mediocrity means today.Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 26 Nov. 2024
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Skinny suiting just looks horrid and out of date.Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2024
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Among her suited looks, Biden embraced her power suiting era at Ralph Lauren’s New York Fashion Week spring 2025 party earlier this month, wearing the Ralph Lauren Collection’s Beckman blazer.Julia Teti, WWD, 2 Oct. 2024
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Those decisions center on what sacrifices are acceptable, and do-able, in the push against remote work.Chris Westfall, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Betts took over at shortstop and showed considerable improvement during a four-month trial period, to the point where his defense was at least acceptable given his offensive production.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024
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“Befitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/befitting. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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