as in tailored
made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer
took my measurements for the tailor-made bridal gown
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Recent Examples of tailor-made
But its most desirable feature is the optional 710-watt ELS Studio 3D audio system, tailor-made for the car by Grammy-winning producer Elliot Scheiner and packing 16 speakers to make this compact crossover feel like Carnegie Hall.
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 3 Feb. 2026
This is a modern take on the classic red-sauce restaurant tailor-made for intimate nights out.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 30 Jan. 2026
This red velvet dough is studded with white chocolate chips and filled with a rich cheesecake center that feels tailor-made for splitting.
—Amber Love Bond, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The name of the role suggests that the character is tailor-made for Reese.
—Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 21 Jan. 2026
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 3 Feb. 2026
This is a modern take on the classic red-sauce restaurant tailor-made for intimate nights out.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 30 Jan. 2026
This red velvet dough is studded with white chocolate chips and filled with a rich cheesecake center that feels tailor-made for splitting.
—Amber Love Bond, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The name of the role suggests that the character is tailor-made for Reese.
—Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 21 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for tailor-made
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailor-made
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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His parents, who help run the local taco chain, stood in customized Villa’s jerseys and marveled at the commotion Monday.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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Officials said the exhibit will feature a customized collection of specimens, artifacts, murals and artwork curated by the Kauffman Museum at Bethel College in Kansas.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
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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
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“Tailor-made.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailor-made. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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