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also bespoken
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as in tailored
made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer
a wealthy man who can easily afford bespoke suits
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as in displayed
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
her expression throughout the meeting bespoke great boredom
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as in requested
to make a request for
milady bespoke our indulgence, inviting us to wait in the foyer while she attended to other matters
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Recent Examples of bespoke
Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 21 Jan. 2026
Time is displayed via two rotating cylinders tucked under the hood, all powered by a bespoke manual-wind movement developed with L’Epée 1839 that delivers an eight-day power reserve.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 19 Jan. 2026
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025
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Adjective
For her day of exploring Scottish heritage traditions on Tuesday, Kate wore a bespoke blue tartan coat by Chris Kerr, which What Kate Wore reported was crafted by fabric made by Johnstons of Elgin that Kerr reportedly worked on with the Princess of Wales herself.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 21 Jan. 2026
Time is displayed via two rotating cylinders tucked under the hood, all powered by a bespoke manual-wind movement developed with L’Epée 1839 that delivers an eight-day power reserve.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 19 Jan. 2026
Verb
Additionally, guests may enjoy bespoke onshore experiences and curated moments such as truffle hunting in the Italian Piedmont or stargazing in Saint Lucia.
—Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bespoke
Adjective
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It should be noted that Ruffalo’s detective is unkempt in direct proportion to the way Hemsworth wears a tailored black suit.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
13 Feb. 2026
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For me, the sweet spot is a pair of tailored cargo pants from Bonobos.—
Adam Cheung,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Our divisions are constantly nudged, magnified, monetized, and weaponized by systems that profit from keeping us emotionally engaged and perpetually agitated.—
Joe Palaggi,
Twin Cities,
11 Feb. 2026
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Reality Steve also reported that Miguel has since gotten engaged to another woman not from Love Is Blind Season 10.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The woman’s name will be released after she is identified by the coroner, and the suspect’s name after he is booked into jail, the department said.—
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2026
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This was the first year online reservations were taken and many of the 218 Waffle House locations taking part were booked by the end of last week, according to spokesperson Kelly Bruner.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Feb. 2026
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While a statement-making Mind the Gap wallpaper featuring Hindu goddesses transforms the powder room into a vibrant tribute to Rai and her partner’s Indian heritage, displayed alongside family heirlooms.—
Linne Halpern,
Architectural Digest,
12 Feb. 2026
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The message is being displayed continuously cycled on the electric billboard along Interstate 95 in New Haven near Tweed New Haven Airport.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
11 Feb. 2026
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The complaint, filed in federal court in Boston, alleges Harvard has failed for more than 10 months to provide individualized applicant data and other records requested by the DOJ as part of a compliance review under federal civil rights law.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Feb. 2026
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In 2015, Epstein requested legal advice in one email exchange.—
Steve Kopack,
NBC news,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Federal officials haven’t indicated when efforts to swear in or interview applicants from these countries will resume.—
Catherine E. Shoichet,
CNN Money,
12 Feb. 2026
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Governor Newsom has indicated that the appropriate response to the court ruling is to focus on federal agents specifically rather than expanding the law to include state officers, suggesting these are separate issues that warrant different approaches.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Sarah Sherman Samuel transforms high-quality hemp bedding with a tiger illustration—drawn by her son, no less—to make a set of shams perfect for elevating your bedding set with custom-like details.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
10 Feb. 2026
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The extra-light cushioning gives me a higher degree of control in my turns, especially in custom-fit boots.—
Jonathan Thompson,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Taiwan is expected to be a tense topic at this summit as the White House remains outwardly committed to defending the island.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Feb. 2026
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Separately, the operators of the Blackhawk Automotive and Cultural Museum said the museum remains open and fully committed to serving the community as these situations play out and beyond.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Bespoke.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bespoke. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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