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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 tailoring
Miles Socha, WWD, 29 Jan. 2025
What to Look For While an item’s fabric, designer, and tailoring are all worth acknowledging, deciding whether or not to buy a piece of vintage clothing ultimately hinges on personal preference, says Dumas.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2025
Texas’s law mocks this narrow tailoring requirement by applying its restrictions on online pornography to only a small subset of websites where pornography appears.
—Ian Millhiser, Vox, 2 Jan. 2025
The collection showed a clear evolution of the designer’s talent, showcasing not only draping and slashing but more tailoring as well.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2025
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The designer, 41, likes to tumble together disparate references, from classical tailoring to streetwear to offbeat historical references, including Flemish Old Masters.
—Miles Socha, WWD, 29 Jan. 2025
What to Look For While an item’s fabric, designer, and tailoring are all worth acknowledging, deciding whether or not to buy a piece of vintage clothing ultimately hinges on personal preference, says Dumas.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2025
Texas’s law mocks this narrow tailoring requirement by applying its restrictions on online pornography to only a small subset of websites where pornography appears.
—Ian Millhiser, Vox, 2 Jan. 2025
The collection showed a clear evolution of the designer’s talent, showcasing not only draping and slashing but more tailoring as well.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailoring
Noun
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Ariana Grande’s intricate Dior gown was from the label’s spring 2025 couture collection.—
The Styles Desk,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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Grande’s dress—a short, collared style in tulle and crinoline, embroidered with weaves of natural raffia, organza flowers, and straw trimmings— is from Christian Dior’s spring 2025 couture collection, which was designed by Maria Grazia Chiuri and debuted in Paris just last month.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
8 Feb. 2025
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The complication only needs adjusting every 122 years—an ageless classic bursting with joie de vivre just like Goldblum.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
6 Jan. 2025
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The country’s intelligence service concluded the app posed national security risks and was used by Russia for disinformation, cyberattacks, hacking, spreading malware, location tracking and adjusting missile strikes.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
The Denver Post,
4 Jan. 2025
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His story emphasizes the importance of versatile tools in fostering creativity and adapting to ever-evolving demands.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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In adapting this game that takes place between Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade, there seems to be a lot of freedom in terms of exploring iconic and new locales or adding more to Indiana Jones’ personality.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
23 Dec. 2024
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The sportswear giant said in the statement that pulling its Yeezy collaboration would cost it up to 250 million euros, or $248 million, in net 2022 income.—
Aja Romano,
Vox,
7 Feb. 2025
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Despite being 119 years old, the American sportswear company, founded in Boston, is a relative start-up in the endorsement world.—
Art de Roché,
The Athletic,
7 Feb. 2025
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Brooklyn-born, Davidson Petit-Frère has built a suiting empire that caters to a prestigious clientele ranging from Hollywood celebrities to global leaders.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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Related Articles Kidman favored power suiting with a dose of pinstripes.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
17 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Read more Leopard Print Is Trending for Fall—Here’s How to Get the Look Go wild this season with leopard-print tops, dresses, accessories, and outerwear.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
14 Feb. 2025
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Ahead, the the 10 standout NYFW trends — across outerwear, eveningwear, and accessories — that will be everywhere come next fall and winter.—
Victoria Montalti,
refinery29.com,
12 Feb. 2025
Verb
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When done correctly, the result should increasingly feel like working 1-1 with an instructor, but without the inconvenience of conforming to the instructor's schedule or competing for time and attention with other students.—
Ray Ravaglia,
Forbes,
16 Dec. 2024
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When faced with differences, individuals are likely to respond in one of three ways—by conforming and agreeing with the other person, seeking their validation or distancing themselves altogether.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
11 Dec. 2024
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The two actors join an ensemble of franchise returnees that includes David Zayas (as Detective Angel Batista), James Remar (as Harry Morgan) and Jack Alcott (as Harrison Morgan).—
Nick Caruso,
TVLine,
11 Feb. 2025
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Not many accessories were needed as the ensembles spoke for themselves, however dramatic hats and a few veils were at play.—
Kerane Marcellus,
Essence,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Tailoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailoring. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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