patented
adjective
pat·ent·ed
ˈpa-tᵊn-təd 
British also ˈpā-
: originated by or peculiar to one person or group : individualized
Examples of patented in a Sentence
the radio commentator went into one of his patented tirades after an astute caller questioned his knowledge of the facts
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The Carlsbad company has developed a patented, machine learning technology that taps a patient’s X-ray and CT scans to design a digital surgical plan to achieve the best spinal alignment and then 3-D print titanium implants.
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Hang Nguyen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Nov. 2025
The patented Stirling Air-Independent Propulsion (AIP) system will allow the A26 to remain submerged for extended periods without surfacing, ensuring near-total invisibility.
—Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 27 Nov. 2025
With a patented mechanical timer system, under- or over-steeping is avoidable, resulting in a perfect cup.
—New Atlas, 25 Nov. 2025
While the Chiefs are 5-5, Patrick Mahomes and Kelce have maintained their patented chemistry on the field that aided in their three Super Bowl victories together.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 22 Nov. 2025
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Hang Nguyen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Nov. 2025
The patented Stirling Air-Independent Propulsion (AIP) system will allow the A26 to remain submerged for extended periods without surfacing, ensuring near-total invisibility.
—Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 27 Nov. 2025
With a patented mechanical timer system, under- or over-steeping is avoidable, resulting in a perfect cup.
—New Atlas, 25 Nov. 2025
While the Chiefs are 5-5, Patrick Mahomes and Kelce have maintained their patented chemistry on the field that aided in their three Super Bowl victories together.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 22 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for patented
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“Patented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patented. Accessed 1 Dec. 2025.
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