Example Sentences

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It was an unfitting addition to one of the best rivalries in international soccer history, especially given the fact Thursday’s game may prove to be the last competitive match the U.S. plays at Azteca.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2022

Such a tone may at first sound wildly unfitting for a novel set against the coronavirus pandemic.

From Washington Post • Nov. 1, 2021

“At least they make it clear - they put him on record - that his actions were unfitting of a legislator.”

From Washington Times • Feb. 18, 2021

“At least they make it clear — they put him on record — that his actions were unfitting of a legislator.”

From Seattle Times • Feb. 18, 2021

“I know you speak of crimes and evil deeds. But I believe that such dire thoughts are unfitting for the Prince of Denmark and my husband.”

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein