as in tailored
made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer
an odd-sized window that will require the purchase of custom-made curtains
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Recent Examples of custom-made
Like the rooms, everything is made from natural materials, including local woods, and each piece of furniture was custom-made in Uganda.
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Christina Liao, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2026
Whether traditional, smart or custom-made, birdhouse options are plentiful.
—Dallas Morning News, 6 Jan. 2026
Mariah Carey owns the modern era outright, and Boyz II Men’s harmonies still feel custom-made for cold nights and quiet drives.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 26 Dec. 2025
The French blues were custom-made for KCPD and are now less available, according to the news release.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 17 Dec. 2025
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Christina Liao, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2026
Whether traditional, smart or custom-made, birdhouse options are plentiful.
—Dallas Morning News, 6 Jan. 2026
Mariah Carey owns the modern era outright, and Boyz II Men’s harmonies still feel custom-made for cold nights and quiet drives.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 26 Dec. 2025
The French blues were custom-made for KCPD and are now less available, according to the news release.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 17 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for custom-made
Recent Examples of Synonyms for custom-made
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At the same time, the tailored clothing offering was also elevated with brands such as Corneliani and Zanella joining the mix.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
30 Jan. 2026
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The concierge collaborates with local artists and curators to create tailored experiences like private gallery or museum tours, studio visits, and neighborhood walks designed to reflect each guest’s interests.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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TxDOT earlier had said Dallas could not keep 30 customized crosswalks, citing state rules requiring plain white markings.—
Everton Bailey Jr,
Dallas Morning News,
30 Jan. 2026
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Ultimately, they’re rooted in the fundamental principles that make homes feel comfortable, customized, and functional.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
29 Jan. 2026
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The vroom-vroom event features more than 800 custom, exotic, rare and exclusive cars and trucks, as well as live-action drifting, fan ride-alongs, custom exhibits, interactive fan racing activities and attractions, auctions and live concerts.—
Rod Stafford Hagwood,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Feb. 2026
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Modifications included removable side and roof panels for shooting, custom-fit lighting and interior finishes, and custom fittings on the van frame to accommodate exterior camera, grip and lighting rigging.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Custom-made.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/custom-made. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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