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
New Atlas, 21 Sep. 2025
At its London premiere, Dick Churchill wore a bespoke dinner jacket from Gieves & Hawkes, the Savile Row tailor whose military heritage dates back to the late 18th century.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 21 Sep. 2025
Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
Readers should not rely solely on the content of this article and are encouraged to seek professional advice tailored to their specific circumstances.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 25 Sep. 2025
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Verb
These insights can help trainers, vets, and owners tailor approaches by breed, size, or life stage.
—New Atlas, 21 Sep. 2025
At its London premiere, Dick Churchill wore a bespoke dinner jacket from Gieves & Hawkes, the Savile Row tailor whose military heritage dates back to the late 18th century.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 21 Sep. 2025
Noun
At Allina Liu, TômTex was cut and tailored into a black suit jacket, leather-like pants and a mid-length skirt with intricate details showcasing both structure and drapability.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
Readers should not rely solely on the content of this article and are encouraged to seek professional advice tailored to their specific circumstances.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailor
Verb
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Cycling the heat on and off allows the robots to adjust speed and even change direction — proof that controlled, repeatable motion is possible at this tiny scale.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Sep. 2025
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When introduced carefully, often times first through scent, and given time to adjust, cats and dogs can form deep bonds.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Along with storm drains, make sure to keep you leaf piles away from sewer grates and low-hanging trees.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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In Maine, the city of Bangor sued Namdar twice last year, first for code violations including a leaking roof and parking lot disrepair at a local mall, then for a broken sewer line, according to the Bangor Daily News.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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It was first adapted for the screen by Spielberg in 1985, and again decades later as a movie musical by Blitz Bazawule in 2023.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
27 Sep. 2025
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The Japanese live-action series, which was adapted from Haro Aso's manga series, premiered in 2020.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
27 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Creators on TikTok are inspiring a new wave of stitchers with seasonal ideas that double as decor or gifts.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The characters can engage in unscripted conversations, perform monologues, respond to trends in real time and adapt tone and references to suit platform-specific audiences.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
25 Sep. 2025
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Interestingly, this temperature property could make the technology ideally suited for diverse applications, from cold-weather vehicle deployment to high-demand industrial and automotive environments.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Sep. 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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Eisgruber also believes that speech should conform to norms of civility.—
Louis Menand,
New Yorker,
26 Sep. 2025
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Young men are being labeled—and mocked—for taking on a persona that doesn’t conform to the traditional masculine stereotype, even though the traditional masculine stereotype is equally performative.—
Ashleigh N. DeLuca,
Parents,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The woven pieces were created in collaboration with Marelys Escalante, a master weaver and leading expert in iraca palm craftsmanship from the artisan community of Usiacurí, Colombia.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
15 Sep. 2025
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Eccentric Lamb Fiber Arts is a crafter’s heaven and community hub, with fibers, tools, and classes for knitters, crocheters, weavers, and more.—
Angela Lian,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Tailor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailor. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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