as in to adjust
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
the stand-up comic refused to tailor his routine for network television
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in sewer
Related Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of tailor
Matt Leclercq, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2026
Starting today, fans can order new adult meals tailored to the dueling bands, Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, featured in the movie.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 31 Mar. 2026
Jennifer Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
Aptly enough, the former custom tailor now runs what might be best described as a bespoke bookstore.
—Casey Cep, New Yorker, 20 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for tailor
Verb
Part of the company’s dramatic turnaround since new ownership took over in 2019 has been to allow individual stores to tailor the shopping experience and displays to their local markets, rather than corporate’s cookie-cutter mandates, according to reporting by ModernRetail.
—Matt Leclercq, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2026
Starting today, fans can order new adult meals tailored to the dueling bands, Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, featured in the movie.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 31 Mar. 2026
Noun
Krenar Zhubi, whose parents owned and operated a dry cleaner and tailor on Waukegan Road for many years, said these types of establishments are what bring people to downtown.
—Jennifer Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
Aptly enough, the former custom tailor now runs what might be best described as a bespoke bookstore.
—Casey Cep, New Yorker, 20 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for tailor
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailor
Verb
-
The San Jose Unified School District board voted Thursday night to shut down five elementary schools and relocate another at the end of the current school year, a decision that has left many parents and students frustrated and scrambling to adjust.—
Da Lin,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
-
Hereford was able to identify property in her purse, including the three diamond rings, a wristwatch, brooch, and a diamond stick pin, together worth over $350, and more than $15,000 in 2025 when adjusted for inflation.—
Kevin Foster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
The removal of the debris also prevents storm sewers from getting clogged.—
Brian Sherrod,
CBS News,
1 Apr. 2026
-
Spray dry toilet paper with cleansing, soothing and refreshing Pristine to create an instant wet wipe that is actually flushable and safe for your sewer and septic systems.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
Future research will likely focus on boosting efficiency and adapting the process for continuous, large-scale operation.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Mar. 2026
-
Written by Italian playwright Stefano Massini as an epic poem and adapted for the stage by Ben Power, the play’s language is lyrical and gorgeously descriptive.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
And in the future, Mimi’s hopes to partner with neighboring small businesses, hold classes for more advanced stitchers and even throw Bachelor watch parties.—
Julianna Chen,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
-
At the game in June, the Mets provided the group with event space where the knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers, needle pointers, sewers and embroiderers could connect with each other.—
Rebecca Tauber,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
Not every capable, motivated person is suited for every job.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
-
Available on both Windows and macOS, AcePDF is suited for users who need consistent document handling across platforms.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
The difference, while unnoticeable to the untrained eye, was a detail the seamster wanted to get right.—
Cassandra Jaramillo,
Dallas News,
2 Feb. 2021
-
Gilbert Baker is the seamster responsible for creating the most enduring symbol of the LGBTQ rights movement: the rainbow flag.—
Tim Fitzsimons,
NBC News,
3 June 2019
Verb
-
Under the plan projected to cost $5 million, the Brown Mansion will be renovated with a front porch and cupola built to conform with the original Victorian style.—
Jim Woods,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
-
In order to address safety concerns, the Connecticut bill would require that any plug-in solar devices conform to the state’s building code and undergo testing and certification by a national product safety group, such as UL Solutions.—
John Moritz,
Hartford Courant,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
Tours by Locals has a full-day hiking tour guided by a native Zapotec rug weaver who takes his guests to sacred sites, caves, and other historic places.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Mar. 2026
-
The film follows a lonely fisherwoman who asks a master basket weaver to build her a husband out of wood, only to become the envy of the village that once shunned her.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
25 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Tailor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailor. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
