1
as in properly
in a manner suitable for the occasion or purpose
tried to appear suitably amused by his well-intentioned anecdote
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2
as in enough
in or to a degree or quantity that meets one's requirements or satisfaction
I need someone who's suitably versed in computers to help me decide what to buy
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Adverb
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In order to stop this exposure, the mold needs to be properly removed.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
5 July 2025 -
When properly stored in the fridge, guacamole is safe to eat for up to three days.—
Heather Riske,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 July 2025
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Volcanoes in Alaska, Washington state, Oregon and Hawaii have recently been rumbling and even spewing lava, enough to spark a swarm of news stories.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
14 July 2025
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If that wasn't bad enough, the Cyclops–Jean Grey–Wolvie love triangle ends tragically.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
14 July 2025
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Examples of media misrepresentation include reports from the World Economic Forum (WEF) and the United Nations (UN) that emphasize the catastrophic consequences of climate change without adequately discussing the practical steps needed for the transition to renewable energy.—
Ed Macha,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The deadline also shows Trump has yet to give up on the most elusive figment of his Ukraine policy: that the Kremlin actually wants peace, and has yet to be persuaded adequately into it.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
14 July 2025
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“Suitably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suitably. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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