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to put (something) into proper and usually carefully worked out written form
spent hours crafting the perfect letter of recommendation for her prize student
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Recent Examples of crafted
Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026
Sculpted Volume also incorporates fabrics by Bossa, this time crafted with Lenzing’s Tencel Lyocell HV100 fiber, a version of cotton-like lyocell.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 7 Apr. 2026
Speaking of King Charles and Queen Camilla's coronation, the latter monarch opted to wear Queen Mary's Crown, now known as Queen Camilla's Crown, which was originally crafted back in 1911.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 6 Apr. 2026
Each one is thoughtfully crafted with its alcoholic sibling in mind, so the notes and flavors felt more like siblings than distant cousins.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
Back again with pitching coach Mike Maddux, Yates hopes to deliver the same kind of season the duo crafted in 2024 with the Texas Rangers.
—Doug Padilla, Oc Register, 5 Apr. 2026
It’s crafted from a cotton blend and features a ribbed collar, hem band, and cuffs for a sporty-chic touch.
—Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 5 Apr. 2026
It’s crafted in seamless, stretchy nylon that’s been brushed for extra softness, and it’s finished with adjustable hook-and-eye closures.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 5 Apr. 2026
In the Elimination Challenge, James Beard Award finalist Collier — who owns Uptown Yolk with his wife, Subrina, and serves as executive chef at Fine & Fettle — crafted a variety of his trademark Southern side dishes for the contestants to turn into main dishes.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
The cushions are crafted with a blend of polyester and cotton, and have a 3-inch depth that offers a cloud-like feel to keep you or guests comfortable for hours on end.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026
Sculpted Volume also incorporates fabrics by Bossa, this time crafted with Lenzing’s Tencel Lyocell HV100 fiber, a version of cotton-like lyocell.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 7 Apr. 2026
Speaking of King Charles and Queen Camilla's coronation, the latter monarch opted to wear Queen Mary's Crown, now known as Queen Camilla's Crown, which was originally crafted back in 1911.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 6 Apr. 2026
Each one is thoughtfully crafted with its alcoholic sibling in mind, so the notes and flavors felt more like siblings than distant cousins.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
Back again with pitching coach Mike Maddux, Yates hopes to deliver the same kind of season the duo crafted in 2024 with the Texas Rangers.
—Doug Padilla, Oc Register, 5 Apr. 2026
It’s crafted from a cotton blend and features a ribbed collar, hem band, and cuffs for a sporty-chic touch.
—Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 5 Apr. 2026
It’s crafted in seamless, stretchy nylon that’s been brushed for extra softness, and it’s finished with adjustable hook-and-eye closures.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 5 Apr. 2026
In the Elimination Challenge, James Beard Award finalist Collier — who owns Uptown Yolk with his wife, Subrina, and serves as executive chef at Fine & Fettle — crafted a variety of his trademark Southern side dishes for the contestants to turn into main dishes.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crafted
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But scientists have only tuned into this music of the spheres for about a decade, thanks to sophisticated observatories that were custom-built to pick up these reverberations—gravitational waves—which ripple otherwise unnoticed through the fabric of spacetime.—
K. R. Callaway,
Scientific American,
17 Mar. 2026
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In the galley kitchen, Troadec retrofit existing cabinets, added new hardware, and custom-built a banquette with extra storage.—
Wendy Goodman,
Curbed,
7 Mar. 2026
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Woods appears composed, from the moment he is confronted by sheriff’s deputies and throughout the entire interaction.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
3 Apr. 2026
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The images are vivid and carefully composed.—
Christopher Harris,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Shane Jacobs, the chief technologist at the David Clark Company in Worcester, said the suits are custom-made for each astronaut.—
Miles Doran,
CBS News,
1 Apr. 2026
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Kudos are also in order for Kathy Bates and her soft iced blue dress custom-made by Vera Wang.—
Gretta Monahan,
Boston Herald,
19 Mar. 2026
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Producer Shannon -- my right arm -- was by the kitchen sink, getting the video equipment prepared for a long day of work.—
Shafiq Najib,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Seasonal allergy symptoms come to an end with the first freeze in the colder months, so be prepared for a sniffly spring and summer.—
Hali Smith
April 7,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Knaus Berry Farm is visited by thousands of people each season, who stand in long lines for the finger-sticking cinnamon rolls, homemade pies and jams or the strawberry shakes, made from the strawberries grown in fields behind the market.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2026
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Figural Pitcher Water, juice, or a homemade punch deserves a beautiful vessel.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
31 Mar. 2026
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Wednesday’s trades will allow the Sky to return their four under-contract players — Cardoso, Reese, Van Lith and Westbeld — in addition to Sivka, who was drafted in 2025 and is expected to sign a contract this summer.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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The Panthers, after all, drafted Xavier Legette in the first round of 2024 and then Tetairoa McMillan in the first round of 2025.—
Alex Zietlow
April 2,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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Not to mention, the plastic grapevine base and handcrafted fabric flowers give the wreath a full, realistic look that will brighten your door all season long.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2026
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These are baskets, textiles, ceramics and other handcrafted items made by artisans who depend on fair trade partnerships for their livelihoods.—
Serena Sato,
Baltimore Sun,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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There are bespoke statement headboards and Murano glass chandeliers.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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For highly bespoke ones, or when the firm’s requirements are likely to change rapidly, suitable contracts are difficult to make at a reasonable cost, and so businesses tend to produce those inputs internally.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Crafted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crafted. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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