cater to
idiom
variants
or chiefly British cater for
: to provide what is wanted or needed by (someone or something)
The inn caters exclusively to foreign tourists.
The library caters to scientists.
That store caters for middle-class taste.
(disapproving) As a child he was spoiled by parents who catered to his every need.
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The Jersey Shore is famous for its many beach towns that cater to all kinds of travelers, as well as its many boardwalks that contain nostalgia-inspiring attractions, a variety of restaurants, bars, and shops, which all spring to vibrant life in the summertime.
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Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2025
Once known for being harsh and stingy, today’s formulas are far more skin-friendly, with a wide range of actives that cater to every skin type and concern.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 3 July 2025
Located just steps from Findlay Market in Over-the-Rhine, Tablespoon Cooking Co. has classes available to sign up for online that cater to a variety of dishes, from tacos and margaritas to eclairs and cream puffs.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
So, too, are the activist lawmakers who cater to them.
—The Editors, National Review, 2 July 2025
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Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2025
Once known for being harsh and stingy, today’s formulas are far more skin-friendly, with a wide range of actives that cater to every skin type and concern.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 3 July 2025
Located just steps from Findlay Market in Over-the-Rhine, Tablespoon Cooking Co. has classes available to sign up for online that cater to a variety of dishes, from tacos and margaritas to eclairs and cream puffs.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
So, too, are the activist lawmakers who cater to them.
—The Editors, National Review, 2 July 2025
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“Cater to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cater%20to. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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