as in to adjust
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
the stand-up comic refused to tailor his routine for network television
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Recent Examples of tailor
Shelby Wax, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
Aesthetics aside, the heart of the hotel is the Sanctuary, where guests can receive full-body spa rituals tailored to their individual needs.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2025
After all, having to frequently visit a tailor is an inconvenient and expensive step.
—Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
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Verb
If the shower has a certain theme, guests can also tailor their present selection to fit the event like a plush robe for a spa celebration or cookware for a cooking class party.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
Aesthetics aside, the heart of the hotel is the Sanctuary, where guests can receive full-body spa rituals tailored to their individual needs.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
Noun
The versatile firm tailors each project to its clients’ needs and works to give them a home that is functional and truly reflective of their personal style.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2025
After all, having to frequently visit a tailor is an inconvenient and expensive step.
—Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailor
Verb
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The post resonated with many developers who felt the company had sacrificed quality, choosing to artificially cap capabilities rather than adjusting their pricing model to reflect true costs.—
Andrew Filev,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The best phone mounts rotate vertically and horizontally so riders can adjust their view according to their height.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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If an office building is torn down, why would a city charge new water/sewer hookup fees when the office building demolition will remove hundreds of toilets, sinks and dishwashers that are already hooked up?—
David Marino,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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That meant every toilet flush or shower from another home would push the ring closer to the main sewer, where it likely would be lost forever.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
16 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Business leaders must be comfortable with continuously adapting strategies to leverage AI advancements.—
Maribel Lopez,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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That has led many to believe Dart would be best served taking time to work on his footwork and adapt to full-field NFL progressions.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
Verb
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With a stop at the Time 100 Summit, Meghan spoke to a rapt audience in a breezy tan Ralph Lauren suit just in time for the city's springtime thaw.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Built with treads that are suited for the trails and the road, these versatile sneakers can double as your favorite walking shoes during your spring travels.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The difference, while unnoticeable to the untrained eye, was a detail the seamster wanted to get right.—
Cassandra Jaramillo,
Dallas News,
2 Feb. 2021
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Gilbert Baker is the seamster responsible for creating the most enduring symbol of the LGBTQ rights movement: the rainbow flag.—
Tim Fitzsimons,
NBC News,
3 June 2019
Verb
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Read more Polis threatens to veto bill addressing sentencing disparities between Colorado’s state and municipal courts Gov. Jared Polis has threatened to veto a bill that would mandate Colorado’s municipal courts conform to state sentencing guidelines, the bill sponsors said.—
The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
12 Apr. 2025
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These farmers and winemakers have often resisted efforts by bigger businesses to absorb their holdings, or entreaties by marketing agencies to simplify their output or conform to popular styles.—
Eric Asimov,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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After authorities responded with mass arrests, weavers formed clandestine committees and took secret oaths.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
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This almost full-day event brought together about 100 guests from across the supply chain, including spinners, weavers, knitters, garment manufacturers, brands and more.—
Carved in Blue,
Sourcing Journal,
19 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Both leaders tend to put their feet in their mouths.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
23 Apr. 2025
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The fest in the Czech spa town has earned a reputation as one of the biggest summer celebrations of film in Central Europe, putting the spotlight on new releases from the region and far beyond, along with highlights of the film festival circuit from the past year.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Tailor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailor. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.
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