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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
Maddie Connors,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
The shoes are crafted in a glossy, burgundy patent leather with decorative broguing on the vamp, which is a signature detail of many of Thom Browne’s shoe designs.
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Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
Speaking of lids, they’re crafted with Tupperware’s classic sunburst design and feature the brand’s signature instant-seal lid to lock in freshness and prevent leaks and spills.
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Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
The structural analogy to home drug kits is purposefully crafted.
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Robert Glatter,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
The answer lies with a process legislators crafted almost two decades ago.
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Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
16 June 2026
It’s crafted from a lightweight, breezy fabric that won’t wrinkle easily and will keep you comfy from the airport to the streets of your destination.
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Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
15 June 2026
It’s crafted of sturdy wood and comes with anti-tipping hardware and soft-close hinges.
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Christina Shepherd McGuire,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
City leaders crafted the downtown incentive program to stimulate growth in the city’s urban core by cutting construction taxes, park impact fees and permit costs for developers.
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George Avalos,
Mercury News,
15 June 2026
Verb
The novel unfolds like an oral storytelling tradition, driven by a voice that Sarris painstakingly crafted, evoking his conversation with McKay.
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Maddie Connors,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
The shoes are crafted in a glossy, burgundy patent leather with decorative broguing on the vamp, which is a signature detail of many of Thom Browne’s shoe designs.
—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
Speaking of lids, they’re crafted with Tupperware’s classic sunburst design and feature the brand’s signature instant-seal lid to lock in freshness and prevent leaks and spills.
—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
The structural analogy to home drug kits is purposefully crafted.
—
Robert Glatter,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
The answer lies with a process legislators crafted almost two decades ago.
—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
16 June 2026
It’s crafted from a lightweight, breezy fabric that won’t wrinkle easily and will keep you comfy from the airport to the streets of your destination.
—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
15 June 2026
It’s crafted of sturdy wood and comes with anti-tipping hardware and soft-close hinges.
—
Christina Shepherd McGuire,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
City leaders crafted the downtown incentive program to stimulate growth in the city’s urban core by cutting construction taxes, park impact fees and permit costs for developers.
—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crafted
Adjective
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One of Champion’s key differentiators is that its windows are custom-built for each project, which allows homeowners to get a tailored design that fits their home.
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The result was a 16-by-36-foot pool that feels both timeless and custom-built for the property.
Verb
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According to the Air Force, the Interim Safety Board assigned to investigate the crash is tasked with collecting as much information as possible and then handing it over to a Safety Investigation Board, composed of experts, that will complete the inquiry.
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Alex Zhang Hungtai collages a bewildering array of acoustic, electric, ancient, and modern sounds on this noirish double album, improvised and composed over several years with an ad-hoc coterie that includes string and woodwind players, a noise musician, a Korean gong resonator, and a tap dancer.
Adjective
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Bespoke serving trays may be round, oblong, tiered or custom-made.
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Sunsets after the rain make everyone audibly gasp, the ivory linens are heavy and soft, and the soap is custom-made by the famed French perfumer Fragonard.
Verb
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Instead of constantly reacting, teams are prepared.
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Christian Moya, an assistant coach and set-piece analyst at La Liga club Sevilla, was impressed by the detail with which Tuchel’s side had prepared their set-piece approach for their opening match against Croatia last Wednesday.
Adjective
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The pop-up prides itself on gourmet, 100% beef hot dogs topped with homemade sauces and organic ingredients.
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It’s made with their original michela mix, then topped with Doritos or Mexican chips that are arranged sort of like a basket to hold the mound of homemade ceviche that tops the entire thing.
Verb
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The Thunder drafted Conwell at the Heat’s behest.
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Kenny Beecham evaluates several prospect fits for the NBA draft beyond the top names, including Brayden Burries and his enticing potential if drafted by the Dallas Mavericks to join Cooper Flagg and more.
Adjective
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Built between 1939 and 1942 by cabinetmaker Joe Pellkofer, the intricate model was originally designed much like an elaborate train layout, complete with stores, homes, automobiles, streetlights and hundreds of handcrafted buildings.
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The handcrafted Baked Collection features intense pigments whipped into a decadent cream, then baked on terracotta tiles into a powder to ripen color vibrancy -- a feast for eyes, cheeks, lips, and face in vibrant, weightless colors with all-day wear.
Adjective
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Every Zeelander 8 is fully bespoke, with the latest unit reflecting the scope of customization.
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Transactions are often bespoke, complex and difficult to replicate.
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“Crafted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crafted. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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