fitting

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"Cousteau and his crew inspired generations to look beneath the surface," said Lerosey-Aubril, "it seemed fitting to name this ancient marine animal after someone who changed the way we see ocean life."

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

Luke Vanderberg will usually pay for extra legroom since, at 6 feet 3 inches tall, he has a hard time fitting into airlines’ standard economy seats.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

She plans her week training for marathons while fitting in time with her friends.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

BTS's comeback concert is being staged on the doorstep of the historic Gyeongbokgung royal palace -- a fitting venue for the so-called "Kings of K-pop".

From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026

Which is fitting, because the small islands here remind me of emeralds in the rough.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day