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fittingly

[fit-ing-lee] / ˈfɪt ɪŋ li /








ADVERB
suitably
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After a standing ovation, Govan introduced musicians Sean Watkins, Gabe Witcher and T Bone Burnett, who sang — quite fittingly — “The Times They Are A-Changin.’

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Somewhat fittingly, the 2026 edition mirrored that, with Pogacar's all-round brilliance up against powerhouse Mathieu van der Poel's attempt to win a record-equalling fourth title.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

His ethos on the nexus between faith and politics is quite fittingly described by Fr.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

Perhaps I realized, fittingly, this is the only time of year I truly crave carrot soup.

From Salon • Mar. 1, 2026

Such charming tales of lovely young people who, dying in the springtime of life, were fittingly changed into spring flowers, have probably a dark background.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton




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