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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
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Recent Examples of tailoring
Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 21 Apr. 2025
Women have been borrowing men’s tailoring as far back as Dietrich and Garbo and beyond.
—Nicole Phelps, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
But the sharpness of the tailoring and finishes are very much in line with her trademark designs often seen on famous clients such as Catherine, the Princess of Wales.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Abrams says that with the right tailoring, however, the hood never feels restrictive but fits snug.
—Jakob Schiller, Outside Online, 13 Apr. 2025
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Noun
On average, a casual jacket is around $220 while a handful of classic tailoring sees jackets priced at $515 and around $250 for trousers.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 21 Apr. 2025
Women have been borrowing men’s tailoring as far back as Dietrich and Garbo and beyond.
—Nicole Phelps, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
But the sharpness of the tailoring and finishes are very much in line with her trademark designs often seen on famous clients such as Catherine, the Princess of Wales.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Abrams says that with the right tailoring, however, the hood never feels restrictive but fits snug.
—Jakob Schiller, Outside Online, 13 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailoring
Noun
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At SoFi Stadium on May 1, the 35-time Grammy winning singer brought high-fashion and cowboy couture to the stage.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Photo: Stephen Lovekin / Getty Images Talley and Williams share his cardinal red Chanel Haute couture cape by Karl Lagerfeld.—
Laird Borrelli-Persson,
Vogue,
2 May 2025
Verb
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By adjusting the magnetic field’s strength, the robot’s flight path may be accurately controlled.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
31 Mar. 2025
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By adjusting the rate of pellet injections and corresponding laser pulses per second, Marvel’s fusion power plant can adjust the overall energy output to market demand, according to details provided by the company.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The people who succeed in adapting to new challenges aren’t the ones who never fail—they’re the ones who don’t let failure stop them.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Here’s how leaders can create an environment where questioning assumptions, challenging conventional wisdom, and adapting to change become core practices.—
Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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The Athletic previously reported that Adidas used a video of Messi to attract Yamal to sign with the sportswear brand in February 2024.—
Luke Bosher,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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Gant launches its debut women's fragrances: Following the success of its men’s fragrance line, American sportswear brand GANT has launched its first perfumes for women: Gant Preppy Rose and Gant Sunset Club.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Brooklyn-born, Davidson Petit-Frère has built a suiting empire that caters to a prestigious clientele ranging from Hollywood celebrities to global leaders.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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Related Articles Kidman favored power suiting with a dose of pinstripes.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
17 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Just as the knits, outerwear, and other transitional staples get stashed away into bins and storage units, the boots and lug-sole footwear are traded for easy, breezy flip-flops, classic sandals, loafers—and now, the soft ballet flat.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
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The new lineup features essential pieces—blazers, suits, outerwear, and trousers—reinterpreted through a feminine lens.—
Naomi Rougeau,
Robb Report,
25 Apr. 2025
Verb
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When done correctly, the result should increasingly feel like working 1-1 with an instructor, but without the inconvenience of conforming to the instructor's schedule or competing for time and attention with other students.—
Ray Ravaglia,
Forbes,
16 Dec. 2024
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When faced with differences, individuals are likely to respond in one of three ways—by conforming and agreeing with the other person, seeking their validation or distancing themselves altogether.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
11 Dec. 2024
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The Hurricane Vocal ensemble Tonality teams with guitarist Janet Robin on a blues-, country- and gospel-laced score in a concert presentation of a new musical by composer Carla Patullo, with a book and lyrics by Cory Hinkle. 8 p.m. Boston Court, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2025
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Boca Terry Women's Spa Wrap: $30.95 This Boca Terry Women's Spa Wrap is the perfect ensemble for an at-home spa day or a sauna session.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
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“Tailoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailoring. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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