suited up

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Before Ah’Mari Stevens, a 17-year-old football player from South Florida, announced plans to attend Louisiana State University, he suited up for four different high schools—something that would be impossible in most of the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

For more than 1,500 games and 20 years you suited up and showed up, setting an example on how the game of hockey should be played.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

During the daylong test, the astronauts suited up, boarded the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, performed suit leak checks, and verified seat fit.

From Science Daily • Feb. 2, 2026

She was removed from the NWSL’s season-ending injury list in July and has training with the team and suited up for games, but she has yet to play.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 30, 2025

"Red isn't your color, Bozo," Tina had said the first time Eleanor suited up.

From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell