fit (in)

verb

Definition of fit (in)next
as in to go

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fit (in)
  1. go
  2. belong
  3. stay
Verb
  • From our perspective on and around Earth, wavelengths of light emanating from cosmic objects actually go from the bluer section of the spectrum to the red section, and then tread into infrared waters.
    — Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 1 Apr. 2025
  • The wage gap among full-time workers also widened in 2023 — the first time this has happened since 2003 — going from women making about $10,390 less in 2022 to making about $11,550 less.
    — Justin L. Mack, Axios, 1 Apr. 2025
Definition of go
Verb
  • And for so many students, sports are about finding somewhere to belong.
    — Leah Sarnoff, ABC News, 4 Apr. 2025
  • For many, especially those who may lack strong social support networks, third places offer a sense of belonging.
    — Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Definition of belong
Verb
  • Now, players have economic incentive to stay as long as possible.
    — Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Yet moves by Trump and his administration assuring TikTok and its service providers that U.S. authorities will not prosecute anyone under the law have been enough for the popular app to stay online despite operating in violation of a federal statute.
    — Bobby Allyn, NPR, 4 Apr. 2025
Definition of stay
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“Fit (in).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fit%20%28in%29. Accessed 10 Apr. 2025.

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