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fit

adj.
A2 Elementary Oxford US //ˈfɪt// UK //fˈɪt// fit Archaic General-service Informal Slang

adj. healthy and strong because you exercise regularly. It also describes something that is the right size or shape for a person or space.

adj. physically healthy and robust, typically as a result of regular exercise. Also describes an object or garment that is of the correct size or shape for a specific purpose or person.


SIMPLE

He runs every morning to stay fit.

CONTEXTUAL

She is training hard for the marathon because she wants to be fit enough to finish in under four hours.

COMPLEX

The athlete maintained a rigorous training schedule to ensure he remained fit for the upcoming championship, despite the physical toll of the previous season.

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Often followed by the preposition 'for' or an infinitive ('fit to lead').

Pitfall

This shirt is fitting me well.This shirt fits me well.When describing size or suitability, the verb is stative and is rarely used in the continuous (-ing) form.

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