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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
Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026
It’s crafted from wool and cotton for a luxe feel, and is latex-backed for extra stability—a great pick for home offices, nurseries, and hallways.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Feb. 2026
The Transporter is primarily crafted from a 630-denier nylon, with a burlier 840-denier nylon bottom panel, both of which are treated with a carbonate coating for weatherproofing.
—Drew Zieff, Outside, 17 Feb. 2026
The thick wedge heel makes these a perfect day-to-night boot, and to top it off, they’re crafted from a water-repellent upper for protection from the elements.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2026
In 2023, the Manteca police chief crafted a first-of-its-kind local ordinance specifically to stop swerving.
—Steve Large, CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
Each rifle stock is crafted to fit the biathlete's body - much like a racing bike.
—ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
Miller talked about the Ladder Project, a program crafted by members from her synagogue, Congregation Shearith Israel, that can offer mentorship, financial resources and health support to people who have fallen into homelessness.
—Devyani Chhetri, Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
The look was crafted by Valerie Vanessa.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
Verb
Per the interview, Ferguson crafted matching gold rings that were cast from the rib of a rattlesnake—a detail that fits with the designer’s penchant for making pieces that nod to nature.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026
It’s crafted from wool and cotton for a luxe feel, and is latex-backed for extra stability—a great pick for home offices, nurseries, and hallways.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Feb. 2026
The Transporter is primarily crafted from a 630-denier nylon, with a burlier 840-denier nylon bottom panel, both of which are treated with a carbonate coating for weatherproofing.
—Drew Zieff, Outside, 17 Feb. 2026
The thick wedge heel makes these a perfect day-to-night boot, and to top it off, they’re crafted from a water-repellent upper for protection from the elements.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2026
In 2023, the Manteca police chief crafted a first-of-its-kind local ordinance specifically to stop swerving.
—Steve Large, CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
Each rifle stock is crafted to fit the biathlete's body - much like a racing bike.
—ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
Miller talked about the Ladder Project, a program crafted by members from her synagogue, Congregation Shearith Israel, that can offer mentorship, financial resources and health support to people who have fallen into homelessness.
—Devyani Chhetri, Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
The look was crafted by Valerie Vanessa.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crafted
Adjective
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An all-black exterior with natural wood accents and a stone pathway makes the tiny home look intentional and custom-built.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Jan. 2026
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In collaboration with Formula 1, Louis Vuitton now also designs the official trophy trunks—handcrafted in the Asnières workshop and custom-built from poplar wood and coated canvas, reinforced with brass corners and leather trim.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The Epic of Gilgamesh, composed about 4,000 years ago, follows a king who searches the world for a plant that can restore youth, only to lose the plant to a thieving snake.—
Will Gottsegen,
The Atlantic,
20 Feb. 2026
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Perigee Vitz-Wong composed the score.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The costumes are custom-made for this production, and most of the cast members have multiple roles, according to director Laura Bueno.—
Regina Elling,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Feb. 2026
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Cardi’s Super Bowl ensemble, styled by Kollin Carter, featured a short flouncy skirt (custom-made by Candice Cuoco), a corseted Zimmermann bustier, bell sleeves, and raw-ruffled edges.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Prioritize your safety by staying informed and prepared.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Daily News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Residents were prepared with Ziploc bags full of change, and the runners would give Mardi Gras beads in return for money.—
Carlie Procell,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Callahan's of Calabash is the place for nautical gifts, tees, homemade fudge, and Christmas ornaments.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2026
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Just inside sits the bakery case of homemade Southern sweets.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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On the men’s side, Zuccarello takes pride in his country’s 19-year streak of appearing at the World Championships, and two Norwegians — Brandsegg-Nygård (Detroit) and Stian Solberg (Anaheim) — were drafted in the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Since then, legislation has been drafted several times to codify the requirement in state law, but the idea has yet to win the approval of state lawmakers.—
Clark Kauffman,
Iowa Capital Dispatch,
18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Craft Cards Kit - Scratch Hearts What’s more heartfelt than a handcrafted Valentine’s Day card?—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Feb. 2026
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The photo albums—handcrafted binders assembled over the course of five decades—are crammed with small prints glued to card stock and annotated in Richards’s cursive script.—
Shannon Taggart,
Artforum,
1 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Some of those bespoke beauties could soon be yours.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
18 Feb. 2026
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Now, the veteran observatory is able to correct for atmospheric distortion more effectively, while guided by a constellation of bespoke artificial stars.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Crafted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crafted. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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