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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
Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026
Indigenous citizens of many distinct nations, too, crafted a relatively expansive vision of unity, one nurtured by kinship, diplomacy, and religion.
—Literary Hub, 26 May 2026
Details for the kit included a structured corset, crafted from her competition garments and designed with snap closures for a versatile look and feel.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Rich & Rounded is crafted to be the most approachable, all-purpose sipper in the Godawan lineup.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
James has crafted a uniquely immersive thriller, and Maisie delivers an incredible performance at its centre.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 26 May 2026
The deal is crafted, in a way, that Iran will not receive any concessions from the United States unless Tehran delivers on its promises, the official said.
—Jay Stahl, USA Today, 25 May 2026
These incredibly flexible pants are crafted from a stretchable ponte fabric.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 20 May 2026
Through the character’s complex and often tense relationships with her teenage daughter, her sister and her mother, as well as with other women in her village, Dusabejambo has crafted a story that’s both emblematic and achingly specific.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2026
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Inspired, Starbucks eventually discovered Partanna®, a Sicilian extra-virgin olive oil brand that has crafted premium extra-virgin olive oil for more than 100 years.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026
Indigenous citizens of many distinct nations, too, crafted a relatively expansive vision of unity, one nurtured by kinship, diplomacy, and religion.
—Literary Hub, 26 May 2026
Details for the kit included a structured corset, crafted from her competition garments and designed with snap closures for a versatile look and feel.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Rich & Rounded is crafted to be the most approachable, all-purpose sipper in the Godawan lineup.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
James has crafted a uniquely immersive thriller, and Maisie delivers an incredible performance at its centre.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 26 May 2026
The deal is crafted, in a way, that Iran will not receive any concessions from the United States unless Tehran delivers on its promises, the official said.
—Jay Stahl, USA Today, 25 May 2026
These incredibly flexible pants are crafted from a stretchable ponte fabric.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 20 May 2026
Through the character’s complex and often tense relationships with her teenage daughter, her sister and her mother, as well as with other women in her village, Dusabejambo has crafted a story that’s both emblematic and achingly specific.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crafted
Adjective
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The illuminated dance floor, now iconic enough to wind up in the Smithsonian, was custom-built for roughly $15,000.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
28 May 2026
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Abe Saucer designed the gates—which feature life-size images of Elvis playing guitar amid musical notes—and had them custom-built by John Dillars Jr.—
Katie Schultz,
Architectural Digest,
19 May 2026
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These medium candles come in a frosted jar with fragrances composed of essential oils.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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Power comes on smoothly, highway passing feels confident and the Outback remains composed whether climbing grades or navigating city traffic.—
Tim Jackson,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Casino gaming tables with pink tops were custom-made for the space.—
Rachel Wallace,
Architectural Digest,
29 May 2026
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The Bose Lifestyle Ultra Subwoofer ($899) is custom-made for the company's new range of audio products, which includes the Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar ($1,099) and Lifestyle Ultra Speaker ($299).—
Christian de Looper,
PC Magazine,
16 May 2026
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How has your background prepared you to manage the fiscal health of the county’s school districts?—
Mercury News Editorial Board,
Mercury News,
27 May 2026
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Leaders everywhere were fearful of military action but still prepared for conflict in ways that almost guaranteed that, if hostilities were to break out in Europe, the Great Powers would get involved.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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Craving a homemade gourmet meal, or want to experiment with cooking international dishes?—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
27 May 2026
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Guests hunt for white truffles with a local tartufaio (truffle hunter), savor this seasonal delicacy on fresh pasta, and visit with a local farmer to taste homemade focaccia and local wines in the garden of her classic Piedmontese farmhouse.—
Everett Potter,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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Allen’s work ethic has never been questioned since the Bills drafted him in the first round out of Wyoming in 2018.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
28 May 2026
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Supporters of the bill as drafted say the lawsuits have no real connection to any attempt to solve climate change.—
David Blackmon,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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In the bridal world, crochet is back in the spotlight—recasting the traditional wedding dress as something romantic, handcrafted, and surprisingly contemporary.—
Laura Tortora,
Vogue,
29 May 2026
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Among the most famous and atmospheric street markets in the world, the souks are over 1,000 years old and house more than 3,000 stalls selling Moroccan carpets, spices, antiques, tagines and handcrafted goods of every kind.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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Villa, whose collections sell at boutiques worldwide including Dover Street Market, Muse at Nordstrom and Moda Operandi, also makes bespoke items with objects that clients give her.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
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Meanwhile, Hodges leaned fully into the Western aesthetic with a bespoke dark green suit, a custom gold duck bolo tie, cowboy hat and custom boots from Wilson’s own Golden West Boots brand.—
Danielle Minnetian , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
25 May 2026
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