as in customized
made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer
pants bought off the rack never fit me so I have to buy tailored ones instead
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as in adapted
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 tailored
Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 6 Mar. 2025
Today’s customers expect tailored interactions, and data allows marketers to meet these expectations.
—Trish Nettleship, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Streetwear brand Stone Island is maturing with the times, moving into more tailored outerwear and knitwear.
—Lily Templeton, WWD, 4 Mar. 2025
Demi Moore made her entrance onto the patio in a look from Chanel’s spring 2025 haute couture collection—a structured peplum jacket and tailored shorts—and was immediately met with an embrace from fellow best actress nominee Fernanda Torres.
—Sam Sussman, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
The Eddie Bauer Men’s Reissue Original Down Bomber Vest was our top pick for a puffer design vest, with its tailored fit and insulating warmth.
—Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 6 Mar. 2025
Today’s customers expect tailored interactions, and data allows marketers to meet these expectations.
—Trish Nettleship, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Streetwear brand Stone Island is maturing with the times, moving into more tailored outerwear and knitwear.
—Lily Templeton, WWD, 4 Mar. 2025
Demi Moore made her entrance onto the patio in a look from Chanel’s spring 2025 haute couture collection—a structured peplum jacket and tailored shorts—and was immediately met with an embrace from fellow best actress nominee Fernanda Torres.
—Sam Sussman, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailored
Verb
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Their habitats, known as gallery forests, border rivers in the Amazon basin that are seasonally flooded, creating flora adapted to the constant washing in of nutrients from river waters.—
Jessica Camille Aguirre,
Smithsonian Magazine,
6 Jan. 2025
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The pandemic resulted in more disabilities, but the state’s hiring practices haven’t adapted to the new reality, Tobler said.—
William Melhado,
Sacramento Bee,
6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Like the company’s other trips, these itineraries have been thoughtfully curated and include custom, bespoke experiences crafted on each of the traveler’s interests and pace.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
30 Jan. 2025
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Broadcom shares surged Wednesday on a media report that said Apple is considering partnering with Broadcom for a custom AI chip.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
12 Dec. 2024
Verb
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In California, lottery prizes are adjusted based on the number of tickets sold and number of winners.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacramento Bee,
5 Jan. 2025
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Winter warning timing changed Due to the storm’s timing, The weather service adjusted the winter storm warning for Kansas City earlier.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
4 Jan. 2025
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This has resulted in the Blackbird (a versatile square frame that pairs well with a variety of looks) and Good Night (an oversized frame best suited for bolder looks).—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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Lopping pruners are best suited for material ½ inch or larger in diameter.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Gabriel has some customized for himself as a joke.—
Christopher Kamrani,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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The home was named El Capitola after one of the resident vehicles, a 1957 Chevy El Capitola that was fully customized in 1958.—
Emma Reynolds,
Robb Report,
30 Dec. 2024
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“Tailored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailored. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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