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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He was also accused of not properly documenting the visits.—
Julia Marnin,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2025 -
The National Automobile Dealers Association told the Detroit Free Press earlier in the tax season that the IRS portal to report EV sales last year didn't work properly in some cases.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2025
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The sleek all-black upper, paired with black rubber pods on the outsole, embodies the sultry and timeless appeal of a black shoe versatile enough to be worn anywhere.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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While a show may sound good on paper, a myriad of factors can lead to the idea not transferring well enough to the screen to justify a full series order.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2025
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Cooper also said the policy was change because deputies weren’t adequately trained to help someone in a mental health crisis.—
Marcus D. Smith,
Sacbee.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Are schools adequately informing students of their rights — particularly their right to remain silent?—
Rebecca Ragan,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Mar. 2025
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“Suitably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suitably. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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