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Describing Qualities - Suitability & Unsuitability

Explore English idioms regarding suitability and unsuitability with examples like "hit the spot" and "fish out of water".

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English Idioms used to Describe Qualities
one's face fit

used to a person who is considered to be the right person for a particular job or position

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up one's alley

very compatible with one's abilities or tastes

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to be cut out for something

to have all the necessary qualities that makes one suitable for a particular job, role, etc.

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to be made for somebody or something

to be a perfect fit for something needs or desires

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to fill the bill

to meet the required criteria or to be suitable for a particular purpose or situation

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to have one's name (written) on it

to perfectly match someone's interests or needs

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to suit somebody (right) down to the ground

to be a type of thing that makes one feel satisfied or enjoyed

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to hit the spot

to be exactly what is needed or desired, bringing satisfaction or pleasure

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a match made in heaven

said of two people who are considered perfect for one another

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just what the doctor ordered

something that is exactly what is needed or required in a certain situation

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fish out of water

a person in an unfamiliar situation or environment in which they feel uncomfortable

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to fit somebody or something like a glove

to be the ideal size, shape, situation, environment, etc. for someone or something

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to strike a false note

to do or say something that is considered wrong or unsuitable for a particular situation

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to strike a right note

to do or say something that is considered right or suitable for a particular situation

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out of one's league

used to indicate that a task, challenge, or situation is beyond one's capabilities or skill level

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