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
Kudos are also in order for Kathy Bates and her soft iced blue dress custom-made by Vera Wang.
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Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 19 Mar. 2026
Wunmi Mosaku Wunmi Mosaku absolutely dazzled in a sparkling teal Louis Vuitton dress, custom-made for the first-time nominee, who topped off her exquisite look with a sculptural hairstyle by hairstylist Araxi Lindsey.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 15 Mar. 2026
There are unexpected combinations, such as an 18th-century bust of a young girl mounted on a black marble column custom-made in a Parisian workshop; both are placed in front of a magnificent sketch.
—Nicolas Milon, Architectural Digest, 8 Mar. 2026
However, heritage buildings around the world may feature bathtubs custom-made to fit the space, the plumbing of the time, and the common height of the original owners.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Mar. 2026
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Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 19 Mar. 2026
Wunmi Mosaku Wunmi Mosaku absolutely dazzled in a sparkling teal Louis Vuitton dress, custom-made for the first-time nominee, who topped off her exquisite look with a sculptural hairstyle by hairstylist Araxi Lindsey.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 15 Mar. 2026
There are unexpected combinations, such as an 18th-century bust of a young girl mounted on a black marble column custom-made in a Parisian workshop; both are placed in front of a magnificent sketch.
—Nicolas Milon, Architectural Digest, 8 Mar. 2026
However, heritage buildings around the world may feature bathtubs custom-made to fit the space, the plumbing of the time, and the common height of the original owners.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for custom-made
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Subtle without veering saccharine, sage green lends ease to tailored staples—blazers, trousers, crisp shirting—while adding refinement to warmer-weather pieces like shorts and slip dresses.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2026
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Plus, the tank is wrinkle-free and versatile enough for dressing up or down with tailored pants, a silk skirt, and more.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Then, California proposed a bill that would prohibit retailers from setting customized prices based on personally identifiable information.—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
21 Apr. 2026
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Starbucks uses ChatGPT to suggest drinks based on mood as expert warns of hidden downsides – Starbucks has launched a beta integration with ChatGPT, allowing customers to receive customized beverage recommendations tailored to their mood, taste, and even the weather.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Add Custom Touches Because the guest list is smaller, there’s often an opportunity for more custom, thoughtful touches throughout the event.—
Kate Donovan,
Martha Stewart,
20 Apr. 2026
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Cookbook writer Ellen Morrissey has a side hustle as a custom-cake baker and a knack for meeting exacting standards.—
The Editors,
Curbed,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Custom-made.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/custom-made. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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