as in custom
built to fit the needs or requirements of a particular person
a custom-built home The car is custom-built.
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Recent Examples of custom-built
For Allan, prevention can be custom-built by focusing on multiple fronts: public health strategies, skill-building techniques, research and of course, education and training as highlighted through a free, online workshop on StopHazing’s site.
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Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 3 May 2025
Encino Estate Gomez still owns a striking Encino estate once custom-built for Tom Petty and his wife, Jane Benyo, in 1989.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2025
Both were custom-built to convey immersive excitement.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2025
The West Gallery A room as long and wide as an airport runway, custom-built for art, the West Gallery was, in 1915, the largest such private space in New York City.
—Holland Cotter, New York Times, 20 Mar. 2025
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Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 3 May 2025
Encino Estate Gomez still owns a striking Encino estate once custom-built for Tom Petty and his wife, Jane Benyo, in 1989.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2025
Both were custom-built to convey immersive excitement.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2025
The West Gallery A room as long and wide as an airport runway, custom-built for art, the West Gallery was, in 1915, the largest such private space in New York City.
—Holland Cotter, New York Times, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for custom-built
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In addition to the pool clad in custom Italian glass mosaics, the property boasts a covered loggia with a groin-vaulted ceiling and a fireplace.—
Sandra Barrera,
Oc Register,
13 June 2025
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Aside from the fuel tank from a 1970 BMW R90, everything else is custom: The one-off frame uses a single adjustable rear shock, rear sets, and a leather and cloth seat made in Spain with Porsche’s pepita fabric.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
11 June 2025
Adjective
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What Is an Iron Filter? Removing excess iron from the water supply requires a specialized system.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 June 2025
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Despite these devastating effects, access to specialized treatment is limited.—
Julienne Verdi,
Boston Herald,
22 June 2025
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To complete the outfit, a tailored or oversized blazer (our pick is this classic plaid option from the Drop) and chunky slingback heels do the job, and do it well.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
20 June 2025
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From his early days in oversized Raf to his current run of tailored minimalism, Rocky’s fashion choices have always said something without trying too hard.—
Essence,
Essence,
20 June 2025
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