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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
According to estimates, the guitar, which was custom-built for the Van Halen star, is expected to fetch a whopping $2 million-$3 million.
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Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 12 Aug. 2025
Instead of relying on standard sizes, TrueLimb is custom-built using a remote 3D scanning system.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 10 Aug. 2025
That’s a key difference compared to trucks such as Humvees and JLTVs, which were custom-built for the military.
—Tom Vanden Brook, USA Today, 2 Aug. 2025
To finish off the counter, Stepp used a white grout to fill in any gaps and make the tiles look custom-built.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2025
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Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 12 Aug. 2025
Instead of relying on standard sizes, TrueLimb is custom-built using a remote 3D scanning system.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 10 Aug. 2025
That’s a key difference compared to trucks such as Humvees and JLTVs, which were custom-built for the military.
—Tom Vanden Brook, USA Today, 2 Aug. 2025
To finish off the counter, Stepp used a white grout to fill in any gaps and make the tiles look custom-built.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for custom-built
Recent Examples of Synonyms for custom-built
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Joyce agrees, explaining that his design choices—most of the furnishings are custom—nod to the area’s natural palette.—
Rachel Gallaher,
Robb Report,
21 Sep. 2025
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For an option that’s a little friendlier on the wallet, semi-custom cabinetry allows customers to have catalog pieces modified to their specifications.—
Liz Ohanesian,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
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By considering both personal and business goals, WestPac provides clear, customized solutions that help clients make smarter decisions and achieve long-term success.—
Wyles Daniel,
AZCentral.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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Three man have been charged with selling either methamphetamine or guns to undercover federal agents, including one Oakland man who allegedly used his houseboat on the Oakland marina to peddle firearms and brag about his knack for making customized bullets.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
30 Sep. 2025
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The company offers a wide range of services including live sports broadcasting, streaming, technical production (studios, lighting, equipment), satellite and managed IP transmission and full production for specialized sports TV channels.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
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Quinn said that some of the specialized capabilities inside Lafayette’s factory would be difficult to replicate out of China.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
1 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, the staff was impeccably outfitted in tailored pieces, watches, and stiletto heels.—
Abbey Hudetz,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
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As part of these contracts, TVA’s Power Service Shops in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, are assisting in the development of tailored welding and fabrication techniques for a smaller stellarator testbed known as Infinity One.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Sep. 2025
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“Custom-built.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/custom-built. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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