cater to
idiom
variants
or chiefly British cater for
: to provide what is wanted or needed by (someone or something)
The inn caters exclusively to foreign tourists.
The library caters to scientists.
That store caters for middle-class taste.
(disapproving) As a child he was spoiled by parents who catered to his every need.
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Boston, Massachusetts, often dubbed America’s Walking City, comes alive during the summer with a vibrant array of outdoor music venues that cater to every musical taste and preference.
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Quincy Green, Billboard, 16 July 2024
If firming the skin is your goal, there are plenty of formulations that will cater to your needs out there—including ones that take no extra effort to apply regularly, like say, a body wash.
—Maya Gandara, StyleCaster, 12 July 2024
Having more options available means the lender can cater to a wider range of applicant needs.
—Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 11 July 2024
Scottsdale should never cater to the entitlement of few, at the expense of many.
—Sam Kmack, The Arizona Republic, 9 July 2024
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Quincy Green, Billboard, 16 July 2024
If firming the skin is your goal, there are plenty of formulations that will cater to your needs out there—including ones that take no extra effort to apply regularly, like say, a body wash.
—Maya Gandara, StyleCaster, 12 July 2024
Having more options available means the lender can cater to a wider range of applicant needs.
—Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 11 July 2024
Scottsdale should never cater to the entitlement of few, at the expense of many.
—Sam Kmack, The Arizona Republic, 9 July 2024
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“Cater to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cater%20to. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.
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