as in custom
built to fit the needs or requirements of a particular person
a custom-built home The car is custom-built.
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Recent Examples of custom-built
Thirteen of the bikes were created by Pedal Pusher vintage bike shop in Newport Beach, with this one that sold custom-built by Gary Littlejohn, a stuntman who helped create the world’s first BMX bikes.
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Kate Hogan, People.com, 5 May 2025
For Allan, prevention can be custom-built by focusing on multiple fronts: public health strategies, skill-building techniques, research and of course, education and training as highlighted through a free, online workshop on StopHazing’s site.
—Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 3 May 2025
Encino Estate Gomez still owns a striking Encino estate once custom-built for Tom Petty and his wife, Jane Benyo, in 1989.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2025
Both were custom-built to convey immersive excitement.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2025
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Kate Hogan, People.com, 5 May 2025
For Allan, prevention can be custom-built by focusing on multiple fronts: public health strategies, skill-building techniques, research and of course, education and training as highlighted through a free, online workshop on StopHazing’s site.
—Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 3 May 2025
Encino Estate Gomez still owns a striking Encino estate once custom-built for Tom Petty and his wife, Jane Benyo, in 1989.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2025
Both were custom-built to convey immersive excitement.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for custom-built
Adjective
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Investors will also be closely watching trends in custom ASIC sales.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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These earbuds include two listening modes, interchangeable and flexible tips that offer a more custom, comfortable fit, and a longer battery life.—
People Staff,
People.com,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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For example, our technology can identify signals of customer frustration, enabling our specialized teams to proactively engage and provide a higher level of care.—
Billee Howard,
Forbes.com,
27 July 2025
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The forested location of the derailment presented additional challenges for rescue operations, requiring specialized equipment to access the scene.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 July 2025
Adjective
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Available in petite sizing, in addition to regular and tall, these pants have a relaxed yet tailored fit that’s easy to dress up or down.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
25 July 2025
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Lakshmi's first-ever rug collection with Rugs USA just launched, and it's got something for everybody—whether your preferred look is plush and creamy, tailored and neutral, or all about spice tones and global patterns.—
Amy Panos,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 July 2025
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“Custom-built.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/custom-built. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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