tailored

adjective tai·lored \ ˈtā-lərd \

Updated on: 22 Apr 2018

Definition of tailored

1 : fashioned or fitted to resemble a tailor's work

2 : custom-made

3 : having the look of one fitted by a custom tailor

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Examples of tailored in a Sentence

pants bought off the rack never fit me so I have to buy tailored ones instead

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The researchers of these projects are hoping to identify which genes help -- or hinder -- athletes in their specific disciplines, to develop their skills in a more tailored way.

— nick busca, CNN, "The new frontier of doping will modify athletes' DNA," 13 Apr. 2018
Over three days of activities, the bride wore five custom looks, starting with a tailored top and pants by Australian designer Toni Maticevski for the welcome party.

— alexandra macon, Vogue, "Nicole Warne of Gary Pepper Girl Has a Wedding Video That’s Pure Fashion Fantasy," 12 Apr. 2018
Omnicom Media Group, the division of Omnicom Group Inc. that houses its media-buying firms, is seeking more tailored pitches for its clients, in hopes of identifying potential brand integrations or unique ad formats early on.

— suzanne vranica, WSJ, "Omnicom Hosts Its Own Upfront, Turning Table on Media Sellers," 22 Mar. 2018
The Jacket The tailored fit belies the myriad ways this Mission Workshop Orion jacket adds comfort to daily rides.

— clint carter, WSJ, "Cycling Clothes That Double as Office Attire," 22 Mar. 2018
Surrounded by businessmen and bankers in tailored suits and ties, arguably the greatest soccer player in U.S. history looks like just another gringo on vacation in Mexico.

— kevin baxter, latimes.com, "Landon Donovan found a new love for soccer in Mexico," 21 Mar. 2018
Indiana’s Republicans, who have championed free trade policies for years, have mostly praised Trump’s effort to stand up for American steelworkers, while also pressing the president to take a more tailored response.

— maureen groppe, Indianapolis Star, "Indiana stands to gain — and lose — more than most states from steel tariffs," 8 Mar. 2018
Other, more narrowly tailored bills received a majority of support, but none garnered the 60 votes necessary to clear Senate procedure.

— leigh ann caldwell, NBC News, "SCOTUS decision gives Congress reprieve on DACA legislation," 26 Feb. 2018
Berlusconi’s party attracts a decidedly older and more conservative crowd than at the Five Star event, with plenty of tailored suits and fashion-house purses on show.

— alastair jamieson, NBC News, "Italy’s Berlusconi could play kingmaker after wild election campaign," 2 Mar. 2018

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