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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
Carole Dixon, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
The songs, while tuneful and well-crafted, often blur together.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
All-Clad's 5-piece set includes a ladle, a solid spoon, a slotted spoon, a turner, and a storage caddy, all crafted from heavy-gauge stainless steel with ergonomic handles long enough to reach into deep pots.
—Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
With its flexible and seamless coil designs crafted in steel, yellow gold studs dot the surface for both depth and a refined contrast and a sense of fluidity.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
Across the great river lie the town of Vétheuil, and from his balcony Monet crafted a series of painting depicting the village beyond.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 20 Apr. 2026
Separate legislation called the ROTOR Act that the Senate crafted came up one vote short in the House.
—ABC News, 14 Apr. 2026
The institution crafted a two-day conference for adult learners a couple of months later, featuring panels and speakers designed to reach that student population.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 12 Apr. 2026
There’s wood used to restore parts of the home, like the trim on the ceiling, that the Bezansons crafted themselves.
—Kansas City Star, 12 Apr. 2026
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The grounds include design elements crafted by local artisans found throughout the 134 suites as well as two stand-alone villas with private plunge pool.
—Carole Dixon, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
The songs, while tuneful and well-crafted, often blur together.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
All-Clad's 5-piece set includes a ladle, a solid spoon, a slotted spoon, a turner, and a storage caddy, all crafted from heavy-gauge stainless steel with ergonomic handles long enough to reach into deep pots.
—Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
With its flexible and seamless coil designs crafted in steel, yellow gold studs dot the surface for both depth and a refined contrast and a sense of fluidity.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
Across the great river lie the town of Vétheuil, and from his balcony Monet crafted a series of painting depicting the village beyond.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 20 Apr. 2026
Separate legislation called the ROTOR Act that the Senate crafted came up one vote short in the House.
—ABC News, 14 Apr. 2026
The institution crafted a two-day conference for adult learners a couple of months later, featuring panels and speakers designed to reach that student population.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 12 Apr. 2026
There’s wood used to restore parts of the home, like the trim on the ceiling, that the Bezansons crafted themselves.
—Kansas City Star, 12 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crafted
Adjective
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The plane’s wheels, for example, were custom-built based on historical photos by a local motorcycle shop.—
Victoria Le,
Oc Register,
14 Apr. 2026
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The Athena team custom-built their own emergency stop system that can cut power to the robot almost instantly, either through physical controls or a wireless remote.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
13 Apr. 2026
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The Balcony is textbook Manet—grand in ambition, ingeniously composed, visually charismatic, and socially unfathomable.—
Susan Tallman,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
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The federation says the incident prompted internal change, noting that 50% percent of its board of directors is now composed of women, who are also in several top managerial positions.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The gym is gorgeous—again, with portholes to take in the view—and is kitted out with a frame reformer as well as Technogym equipment custom-made for the ship in a special shade of sandstone.—
Divia Thani,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Apr. 2026
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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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Cambridge Books Chefs prepared fajita bowls for the families on Monday night.—
Nakell Williams,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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During warmer months, be prepared for heat and humidity with sunscreen, hats and a reusable water bottle.—
Taylor Haught,
Kansas City Star,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Beef Wellington, paired with a glass of red and followed by the homemade chocolate mousse or crème brulée.—
Jacqueline Kehoe,
Midwest Living,
22 Apr. 2026
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These homemade chocolate truffles are so easy to make and take just 4 ingredients.—
Jessica Saari Christensen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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There's nothing wrong with being dedicated fans, sure, but booing a guy your team just drafted is kind of a bad look.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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The new coalition government led by populist Prime Minister Andrej Babiš drafted the plan to scrap the fees that individuals, households and businesses pay to access the outlets.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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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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Companies that relied on flexible, bespoke private credit loans during the low-rate era are now finding it harder and more expensive to roll over debt, particularly those in sectors facing structural disruption.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
20 Apr. 2026
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Others will continue to be bespoke.—
Chris Fusco
April 20,
Sacbee.com,
20 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Crafted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crafted. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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