fit like a glove
1. To be perfectly sized for someone, as of an article of clothing. A noun or pronoun can be used between "fit" and "like." The alterations turned out great—that gown really fits you like a glove now. These shoes are too big—I need to find ones that fit like a glove so that I don't trip. That sweater never fit me right, but you look great—it fits you like a glove. Why don't you keep it?
2. To be very suited for someone. A noun or pronoun can be used between "fit" and "like." She's very shy, so working in a research lab really fits her like a glove. I doubt that being a telemarketer fits anyone like a glove. Who wants to bug people on the phone all day? It takes time to find the job that fits you like a glove. I doubt you'll find it right out of college.
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fit (someone) like a glove
1. If a piece of clothing fits like a glove or fits someone like a glove, it is exactly the right shape or size for them. I've tried on her dress and do you know what, it fits me like a glove?
2. If something fits like a glove or fits someone like a glove, it is exactly right or appropriate for them. The role of Leonora fits this young actress like a glove.
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