fit (in or into)

verb

Definition of fit (in or into)next
as in to insert
to put among or between others do you think you can fit this picture into the album? I can fit you in between my two o'clock and three o'clock appointments

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fit (in or into)
  1. insert
  2. introduce
  3. work in
Verb
  • The launch materials are full of claymation selfies, custom postcards, and pets inserted into famous paintings.
    — Gabriel Alin Zainescu, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • Unlike conventional launches that depend on nearby naval vessels or coastal infrastructure, the new method allows crews to insert an uncrewed boat directly into contested or hard-to-reach waters.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 8 July 2026
Definition of insert
Verb
  • Instead of doubling down on a flawed system, policymakers can make gradual changes by introducing new tax categories in the existing framework and imposing taxes that correspond to the alcoholic content of that category.
    — Adam Hoffer, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
  • In its opening match, Cape Verde introduced itself with a draw against mighty Spain.
    — Tim Rohan, NBC news, 4 July 2026
Definition of introduce
Verb
  • Strappy Sandal Unlike myself, my mom spends five days a week working in person and has the office-proof shoe collection to prove it.
    — Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 6 July 2026
  • The husband was a mechanical engineer and the wife worked in the administration office of the local Lutheran school.
    — Dawn M. Turner, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
Definition of work in
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“Fit (in or into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fit%20%28in%20or%20into%29. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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