Phrasal verb
fit in
Meanings
to feel accepted and comfortable as part of a group
to be the right size or shape to go into a particular space
to be included in a plan or schedule; to have time for something
Definition
To fit in means to feel accepted and comfortable as part of a group.
If you fit in, you are accepted by the people around you and you feel like you belong with them. It often involves understanding a group’s social rules, humor, or behavior. It can also mean being the right size or shape to go into a space or be included in a schedule or plan.
Examples
- I didn’t fit in at first, but I started making friends after a few weeks.
- Do you think you’ll fit in with your new teammates?
- He tried to fit in by learning the office routines and joining lunch conversations.
- She never felt like she fit in at that party, so she left early.
- They fit in a quick walk before dinner because the weather was nice.
Common mistake
Learners often say "fit in to" when they mean social acceptance; use "fit in" or "fit in with" (e.g., "fit in with the team").
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