befitting

Example Sentences

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It was impressively intact, befitting our industrial candy age.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

In front of a packed crowd, the 39-year-old delivered a performance befitting his reputation.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Though most men arrived in dark suits befitting the “business formal” dress code, a handful appeared to have wandered in from golf.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Once more, Becerra was the focal point of attacks, befitting his newfound status as the candidate to beat.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Sometime this morning, while Fahim and Shomari were moved to the larger and nicer chambers befitting anointed Sons of the Six, he'd be moved to...he realized he wasn’t sure.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray