as in customized
made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer
pants bought off the rack never fit me so I have to buy tailored ones instead
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as in adapted
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 tailored
Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 15 Apr. 2025
Wear it solo with tailored white pants and loafers, or layer a long-sleeve top underneath for cooler days.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2025
Even though Zuckerberg has abandoned his hoodies in favor of tailored tees (and the occasional sparkly jumpsuit), one of his old sweatshirts recently sold for nearly $16,000 at auction.
—Boutayna Chokrane, Wired News, 3 Apr. 2025
Pleated and seamed details at the back lend it a tailored touch.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
This Gino Giovanni ensemble features a tailored jacket with a notched lapel and coordinating pants that have an elastic waistband for an easy fit.
—Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 15 Apr. 2025
Wear it solo with tailored white pants and loafers, or layer a long-sleeve top underneath for cooler days.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2025
Even though Zuckerberg has abandoned his hoodies in favor of tailored tees (and the occasional sparkly jumpsuit), one of his old sweatshirts recently sold for nearly $16,000 at auction.
—Boutayna Chokrane, Wired News, 3 Apr. 2025
Pleated and seamed details at the back lend it a tailored touch.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailored
Verb
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In 1982, Katt co-starred in the five-episode sitcom Herbie, the Love Bug, which was adapted from the 1968 Walt Disney film, The Love Bug.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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The diverse range of common plants adapted to our Mediterranean climate continues to support vibrant agricultural activities and enrich the culinary traditions of ancient regions as well as San Diego.—
The San Diego Union Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Accenture is currently training 30,000 employees on NVIDIA’s AI software platform and developing a new business division focused on custom AI solutions.—
Olga Lykova,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Google has unveiled a new AI processor, the seventh generation of its custom TPU architecture.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The asset limit under the bill would be automatically adjusted for inflation on a biennial basis.—
Josh Snyder,
Arkansas Online,
10 Apr. 2025
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The stand also serves as a lens cover during transport, and the unit will automatically power on when the stand is adjusted for viewing.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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This has resulted in the Blackbird (a versatile square frame that pairs well with a variety of looks) and Good Night (an oversized frame best suited for bolder looks).—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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Lopping pruners are best suited for material ½ inch or larger in diameter.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Jan. 2025
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Gabriel has some customized for himself as a joke.—
Christopher Kamrani,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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De May says each Spaceship will be customized to each owner’s needs.—
Howard Walker,
Robb Report,
30 Dec. 2024
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“Tailored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailored. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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