fit to vs fit for

Both 'fit to' and 'fit for' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Fit to' is used when describing someone's physical or mental condition, while 'fit for' is used when describing suitability or eligibility for a particular purpose or role.

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fit to

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'fit to' when describing someone's physical or mental condition, such as 'He is fit to run a marathon.'

Examples:

She is fit to compete in the Olympics.
He is fit to drive a car.
The athlete is fit to play in the match.
The doctor declared him fit to return to work.
The machine is fit to be used.

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He's not fit to lead this mission.
You're not fit to drive.
David was not fit to be a father.
No longer fit to serve you.
She's not fit to raise my child.
She's not fit to be a mother.
To determine whether you are fit to remain in the field.
He is not fit to be interrogated.
You're not fit to protect us anymore.
They look fit to rip Yeardley down from his platform.
You are not fit to command.
If they deem me fit to raise him...
Because we are not fit to govern ourselves.
He's not fit to lead.
You're not fit to work with children.
'Cause you're not fit to lead us.
I am not certain that Sister Ursula is fit to be making these decisions.
Thankfully the Holy Father saw fit to grant an annulment.
All lyrics fit to the concept.
Mr Konrad saw fit to be provocative.

Alternatives:

capable of
able to

fit for

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'fit for' when describing suitability or eligibility for a particular purpose or role, such as 'She is fit for the job.'

Examples:

He is fit for the position.
She is fit for the role of team leader.
This dress is fit for a formal occasion.
The candidate is fit for the scholarship.
The tools are fit for the task.

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I'm not fit for the army.
This place is fit for a 6-year-old.
I don't think this is fit for a princess.
The police surgeon found him fit for questioning.
Perfect fit for use in cosmetic treatments.
A moral bankrupt fit for your shackles.
With her hairdo and beady eyes, she's more fit for radio.
Preface fit for any worthwhile venture.
A feast fit for a king.
All you're fit for is the fairground.
You're not fit for this investigation.
Maybe community college would be a better fit for now.
She's fit for a straitjacket.
I think she looks fit for a King.
A sword fit for a king.
It's not fit for a beast out there tonight.
The aircar isn't fit for submerging.
She is not fit for the sacrament of marriage.
One that's fit for an adult.
That job was never the right fit for me.

Alternatives:

suitable for
appropriate for

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