fit in
Verb
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Verb
fit in
- Used other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see fit, in
- the plug fits in the socket
- (figuratively, intransitive) To be of a like type with others; to be socially accepted.
- the recluse did not fit in at the party
- 2014, Ruzwana Bashir, "The untold story of how a culture of shame perpetuates abuse. I know, I was a victim ↗", The Guardian, 29 August 2014:
- At 18 I was fortunate enough to receive an offer to study at Oxford University. I was enthralled with the exciting new world around me and tried desperately to fit in.
- (with with) To suit or conform to.
- I'm afraid that does not fit in with our plans
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