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
Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2025
Colbert trying to do anything handy while wearing a tailored suit was already gold, but the psychosexual implications of marinating prime rib really sent this clip over the edge.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 7 Feb. 2025
Off to Work While the office can feel like a pumps-only zone, mix things up with a luxury slipper—worn with a pencil skirt and coordinating vest, and finished with a tailored jacket.
—Kerry Pieri, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2025
Supporters claim this could lead to more tailored education policies that better reflect local needs and values.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
Whether someone is recovering from an illness, dealing with chronic conditions, or simply seeking a preventive health boost, medical retreats offer a tailored approach.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2025
Colbert trying to do anything handy while wearing a tailored suit was already gold, but the psychosexual implications of marinating prime rib really sent this clip over the edge.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 7 Feb. 2025
Off to Work While the office can feel like a pumps-only zone, mix things up with a luxury slipper—worn with a pencil skirt and coordinating vest, and finished with a tailored jacket.
—Kerry Pieri, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2025
Supporters claim this could lead to more tailored education policies that better reflect local needs and values.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
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Their habitats, known as gallery forests, border rivers in the Amazon basin that are seasonally flooded, creating flora adapted to the constant washing in of nutrients from river waters.—
Jessica Camille Aguirre,
Smithsonian Magazine,
6 Jan. 2025
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The pandemic resulted in more disabilities, but the state’s hiring practices haven’t adapted to the new reality, Tobler said.—
William Melhado,
Sacramento Bee,
6 Jan. 2025
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Gater has three go-to projects to make this basic, IKEA piece look custom.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Feb. 2025
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Priced at more than $4,500, it’s made to order as the measurements are custom.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
4 Feb. 2025
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In California, lottery prizes are adjusted based on the number of tickets sold and number of winners.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacramento Bee,
5 Jan. 2025
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Winter warning timing changed Due to the storm’s timing, The weather service adjusted the winter storm warning for Kansas City earlier.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
4 Jan. 2025
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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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The home was named El Capitola after one of the resident vehicles, a 1957 Chevy El Capitola that was fully customized in 1958.—
Emma Reynolds,
Robb Report,
30 Dec. 2024
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“Tailored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailored. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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