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
Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
As new technological tools continue to emerge at an accelerated pace, the marketing industry is evolving alongside them and is aiming to deliver better, more distinct, and more tailored campaigns to modern consumers than ever before.
—William Jones, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026
Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 13 Mar. 2026
ServiceTitan has a unique model of selling software tailored to the blue-collar trades, but that hasn’t made its stock immune to the broader software sell-off.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
In a city known for its craftsmanship, the beading, crystals, and intricate detailing felt thoughtful and elevated, adding emotion to even the most tailored and refined pieces.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
As new technological tools continue to emerge at an accelerated pace, the marketing industry is evolving alongside them and is aiming to deliver better, more distinct, and more tailored campaigns to modern consumers than ever before.
—William Jones, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026
Verb
The University of Michigan and New York University also have designated housing for law students, but UT’s law school will be the first school or college on the Forty Acres to have a housing facility specifically tailored to its students.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 13 Mar. 2026
ServiceTitan has a unique model of selling software tailored to the blue-collar trades, but that hasn’t made its stock immune to the broader software sell-off.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailored
Adjective
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This $75 Amazon perfume includes skin-adapting pH technology to create a customized scent for each wearer.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
13 Mar. 2026
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Unusual or oversized features and overly customized landscaping are also not recommended.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
11 Mar. 2026
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Some questions may be adapted into full columns, and transcripts of the chats remain available after each session concludes.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
27 Mar. 2026
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Top to bottom, consider using native plants which, hereditarily, are adapted to our climates and will more easily root.—
The San Diego Union Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The semi-custom catamaran can cruise the seas more efficiently and with fewer emissions than traditional multihulls.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
10 Mar. 2026
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The company also provides patio doors and entry doors with similar custom-fit construction.—
Community's Choice Awards,
Florida Times-Union,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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New Orleans played without Dejounte Murray (illness), and coach James Borrego adjusted to the starting point guard’s absence by playing Murphy and Herb Jones in the backcourt and giving second-year center Yves Missi his ninth start of the season.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Mar. 2026
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That’s up from $6,730 in 1990, or 38% of the EU average and now roughly equal to Japan’s $52,039, according to International Monetary Fund figures measured in today’s dollars and adjusted for Poland’s lower cost of living.—
Claudia Ciobanu,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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Bubble hems are still trending and well-suited for the younger crowd, as are ruffles, bold florals, polka dots and anything else that feels fresh for the new season.—
Kelsey Legg,
ABC News,
12 Mar. 2026
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For families The Marlton is best suited for adults.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Sharpe said traditionally French cuisine has been looked at as the standard, and chefs have conformed to fit that standard.—
Raisa Habersham,
Miami Herald,
17 Feb. 2026
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Martin highlighted the findings, which mostly conformed to his expectations but still surprised him in the magnitude of the angst over the work situationship.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Matthews left the game immediately, without putting any weight on the leg, and wasn’t able to return.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Consecutive victories over the New York Knicks and the Minnesota Timberwolves put the Lakers back in the contender conversation.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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My perspective has been shaped by being a global macro investor who has to bet on what the future will be like.—
Ray Dalio,
Fortune,
14 Mar. 2026
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Tectonic movement has shaped San Diego County into a rough collection of valleys, foothills, urban canyons and mesas.—
The San Diego Union Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
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“Tailored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailored. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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