fit in
Britishverb
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(tr) to give a place or time to
if my schedule allows it, I'll fit you in
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(intr, adverb) to belong or conform, esp after adjustment
he didn't fit in with their plans
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Also, fit into . Provide a place or time for. For example, We can't fit in another appointment—there's no time , or That tree won't fit into the hole you've dug . [Late 1600s]
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fit in with . Be suited to, belong. For example, I just don't fit in with this group , or Her mood fitted in with the sad occasion .
Example Sentences
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There was a rigid social hierarchy, and I didn’t fit in anywhere.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 7, 2026
With a cheeky smile, Martin, 10, immediately said: "Colombia! I'd support them as I fit in with their culture a bit better as I'm very extra."
From BBC • Jul. 5, 2026
Osaka struggled to fit in on her return.
From BBC • Jul. 5, 2026
To be completely honest, I bought the CRX to fit in.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2026
All the land masses of all the other parts of the earth would easily fit in it with water left over.
From This Side of Wild by Gary Paulsen
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