"is befitting" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
You can use the phrase to express that something is appropriate for a situation or person. For example: "His promotion to CEO of the company is befitting given his extensive experience in the industry."
"Dr. Hankin's current compensation package is befitting of her many contributions to our district".
But the bar's history does include a less-than-legal period that some might say is befitting for such a neighborhood.
Speaking as round one of the tournament got under way, the chief executive insisted Reed's status is befitting an exceptional circumstance.
"The executive directors of the Military Museum of Southern New England believe it is befitting on this Memorial Day weekend to honor his memory by remaining open to the public during this difficult time," the statement said.
Such attentive treatment is befitting a restaurant where there are only 10 tables in the dining room and outdoor seating area, and the crowd — Thais and foreigners, from 30-somethings to retirees — tends to settle in for the evening.
To participate in the nation's über-shopping day in a way that is befitting their status, luxury chains do offer deals, but only in certain popular holiday and seasonal categories, like coats and home décor.
It was befitting that an Ethiopian was the one to push Farah so close once more.
Do you think your conduct has been befitting of a knight?
Calling it an international memorial, Mr. Pataki said it was befitting the 230 "wonderful, special and humane" people who died.
2. Leaves of Grass by Walt Whitman (1855-1892) This is the American epic poem its author wanted it to be, befitting the landmass and political system it celebrates.
Overall "Caroline" is what "Caroline" was, befitting a work with a heroine most notable for her refusal to compromise or, to use the word of the moment, change.
