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suitable

 adjective
     
suit‧a‧ble S2 W2
having the right qualities for a particular person, purpose, or situation [≠ unsuitable]:
We are hoping to find a suitable school.
suitable for
The house is not really suitable for a large family.
suitable place/time etc to do something
a suitable place to rear young children
suitable to use/be shown etc
These crayons are not suitable to use in very hot weather.
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