as in personalized
of, relating to, or belonging to a single person
the radio commentator went into one of his patented tirades after an astute caller questioned his knowledge of the facts
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Recent Examples of patented
Some Crocs styles, such as sneakers and slides, use Crocs’ patented LiteRide foam footbed.
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
His patented hive, now known as the Langstroth hive, allowed beekeepers to inspect colonies, monitor health, and harvest honey with unprecedented ease.
—Literary Hub, 27 May 2026
Okada would nail a Tombstone Piledriver on Takeshita and then the patented Rainmaker.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 25 May 2026
Brent Burns sent one of his patented stinger shots towards the Vegas net from the right point.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 23 May 2026
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
His patented hive, now known as the Langstroth hive, allowed beekeepers to inspect colonies, monitor health, and harvest honey with unprecedented ease.
—Literary Hub, 27 May 2026
Okada would nail a Tombstone Piledriver on Takeshita and then the patented Rainmaker.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 25 May 2026
Brent Burns sent one of his patented stinger shots towards the Vegas net from the right point.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 23 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for patented
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patented
Adjective
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Do members get an exclusive newsletter or personalized recommendations?—
Big Think,
Big Think,
18 June 2026
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The backstory Opened in 2004, this is the second location in Cairo for the Four Seasons—there’s also the First Residence across the river in Giza—a brand that’s known internationally for its consistently high level of amiable and personalized service.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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The verdict was delivered amid difficult personal circumstances for Mette-Marit, Hoiby’s mother, who needs a lung transplant for pulmonary fibrosis.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
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In 2014, Smith served a nine-game suspension for violating the NFL’s personal conduct and substance abuse policies.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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That subjective experience holds up even where the lab data is mixed.—
Allison Palmer
Updated June 13,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
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So, without further ado, our totally subjective ranking of Spielberg's films from worst to best.—
Chris Nashawaty,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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His quick wit, punchy puns and unique voice came through even on the page, and NBC took notice.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
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Through advanced genetic sequencing, chemotherapy and the expertise of a large medical team, doctors were able to identify a treatment approach tailored to Hadley's unique tumor.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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The attack struck a private home, an energy infrastructure facility, a hangar, and oil facilities in both the Kyiv and Poltava regions, according to Ukrainian and Russian authorities.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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The Blue Lagoon purchased the property and began welcoming guests in 2023 across a hotel, a set of private lodges, huts, a hostel, and a campsite.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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“Patented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patented. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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