1
as in qualified
having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance
with only one suitable candidate it's not difficult to decide for whom to vote
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as in appropriate
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
I don't have anything suitable to wear to a bar mitzvah
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Recent Examples of suitable
The wool-blend material is suitable for summer, and its longer length makes this an ideal transitional piece in the fall and spring.
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Izzy Baskette, People.com, 14 July 2025
Most tennis bags are suitable as a carry-on bag, but check your airline's specific policies regarding size and weight limits on sports equipment, as the largest tennis bags may need to be checked.
—Will Porter, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2025
Some colors even have matching tops, such as this deep chocolate color with a matching blazer for a polished look suitable for work, presentations, and more.
—Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 12 July 2025
As large sloths could travel further, suitable grassland habitats stretched from Central America to prehistoric Florida.
—Riley Black, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 July 2025
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Izzy Baskette, People.com, 14 July 2025
Most tennis bags are suitable as a carry-on bag, but check your airline's specific policies regarding size and weight limits on sports equipment, as the largest tennis bags may need to be checked.
—Will Porter, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2025
Some colors even have matching tops, such as this deep chocolate color with a matching blazer for a polished look suitable for work, presentations, and more.
—Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 12 July 2025
As large sloths could travel further, suitable grassland habitats stretched from Central America to prehistoric Florida.
—Riley Black, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suitable
Adjective
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The property may include a preservation easement — a voluntary legal arrangement between a property owner and a qualified organization to protect the home from alteration or demolition.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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Cline: Unlike qualified plans, the assets in non-qualified plans aren’t required to be held in a separate trust.—
Larry Light,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Bad guests consider every horizontal surface to be an appropriate trash receptacle.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The guidance encourages agencies to explore alternatives such as artificial intelligence and machine translation where minimal assistance in other languages remains appropriate.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Chef-owner Miguel Angel Jimenez is well worth consulting for the night’s specials and a wine from the impressively deep good list.—
John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Heretofore, Raleigh’s best homer-hitting season was 34 in 2024.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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Maybe Bernie Ecclestone was right about fitting racetracks with sprinklers.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
7 July 2025
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The Fourth of July is all about celebrating freedom — and really, what’s more fitting than free stuff?—
Julia Gomez,
Austin American Statesman,
4 July 2025
Adjective
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In their wins against Arsenal in the UCL semis and Inter Milan in the final, this young, balanced roster looked capable of piling up several trophies in the years to come.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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Those engines are capable of running on diesel, kerosene or jet-A fuel.—
Ben Coxworth
July 07,
New Atlas,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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This weekend marked the reintroduction of Holmes, the first step toward a proper rookie year.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
13 July 2025
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Many beloved bands and singers who have either retired or passed away continue to make a home on the tally, thanks to popular compilations or, in some select cases, a proper full-length that simply won't go away.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
Adjective
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Brosnahan is competent, if too much of a stock character in the Planet offices—and wonderfully layered in her domestic scenes with Corenswet—but is swallowed entirely when Lois is meant to move the plot forward.—
Paul A. Thompson,
Pitchfork,
11 July 2025
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That includes reversing harmful provisions in the reconciliation bill, reinstating valuation protections for family businesses, making estate planning resources accessible, and investing in culturally competent legal and financial services in our communities.—
Jehan Crump‑Gibson,
Essence,
10 July 2025
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The fitted bodice incorporated a corset-like structure, with a bevy of oceanic inspiration throughout and seashells aplenty.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
24 June 2025
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Pair a fitted fringe skirt with a zebra print crop top, sunglasses, and a cowboy hat for a fun and flirty look.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
25 June 2025
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“Suitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suitable. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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