as in adapting
to change (something) in order to fit the needs or requirements of a person, business, etc.
The program can be customized to serve different purposes. customized the car with a unique paint job
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Recent Examples of customizing
For the University of Colorado pop-up, Miramar is customizing the pant in the school’s black and gold colors.
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David Moin, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2025
Kivel does research, in conjunction with family, about the original owner and the watch’s service history, customizing the information based on the family’s wishes.
—Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
The real opportunity lies in customizing AI agents with proprietary data.
—Sahar Hashmi, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
This ultra-compact 60% keyboard is lightweight, ergonomic, and ideal for customizing your setup.
—PC Magazine, 30 Aug. 2025
For those who enjoy customizing their computers, PowerToys opens up possibilities that Windows doesn’t normally allow.
—Ken Colburn, AZCentral.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Louis Florey, an American entrepreneur and collector, commissioned the LF, individually customizing every component of the car.
—New Atlas, 19 Aug. 2025
Our tester appreciated how simple customizing her dinners was, noting that the ability to order two, three, or four meals each week helped her balance cooking at home with eating out.
—Kristin Canning, SELF, 14 Aug. 2025
Retreat ideas based on your astrological sign Everyone can benefit from astrology wellness retreats, but customizing your experience based on your zodiac sign will deepen the effectiveness of your stay.
—Jp Shaffer, Sacbee.com, 4 Aug. 2025
David Moin, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2025
Kivel does research, in conjunction with family, about the original owner and the watch’s service history, customizing the information based on the family’s wishes.
—Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
The real opportunity lies in customizing AI agents with proprietary data.
—Sahar Hashmi, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
This ultra-compact 60% keyboard is lightweight, ergonomic, and ideal for customizing your setup.
—PC Magazine, 30 Aug. 2025
For those who enjoy customizing their computers, PowerToys opens up possibilities that Windows doesn’t normally allow.
—Ken Colburn, AZCentral.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Louis Florey, an American entrepreneur and collector, commissioned the LF, individually customizing every component of the car.
—New Atlas, 19 Aug. 2025
Our tester appreciated how simple customizing her dinners was, noting that the ability to order two, three, or four meals each week helped her balance cooking at home with eating out.
—Kristin Canning, SELF, 14 Aug. 2025
Retreat ideas based on your astrological sign Everyone can benefit from astrology wellness retreats, but customizing your experience based on your zodiac sign will deepen the effectiveness of your stay.
—Jp Shaffer, Sacbee.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for customizing
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And more importantly, the Bulldogs should remain atop the SEC power rankings after adapting to and thriving against Tennessee’s frenetic style.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
15 Sep. 2025
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Injection wells may play a part in adapting Arizona infrastructure for a future under climate change, or at least a future of cheap renewable power.—
Austin Corona,
AZCentral.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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From hospital labs to telehealth platforms, algorithms are analyzing scans, predicting heart attacks, and tailoring treatments based on genetic data.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Effective leaders acknowledge these diverse reactions, tailoring their communication and support accordingly.—
Kotter,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Nonetheless, with policy in restrictive territory, the baseline outlook and the shifting balance of risks may warrant adjusting our policy stance.—
Adeola Adeosun
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Adaptation shapes responses to match the level of risk, guiding users in the moment, and adjusting trust dynamically.—
Steve Riley,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The September 8th Executive Order modifying reciprocal tariffs represents yet another twist in what has become a roller coaster ride for America's food system.—
Phil Lempert,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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That said, there are a lot of approaches to making biofuel that rely on modifying the fats found in plants or algae.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
12 Sep. 2025
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Some school districts are even equipping buses with Wi-Fi hot spots or loaning devices to families, says Ellerson Ng.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
11 Sep. 2025
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Educators can offer seminars on digital literacy for parents and children, equipping families with tools to navigate online spaces more safely.—
Alvin Thomas,
The Conversation,
5 Sep. 2025
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Gorman, however, said she is not swayed by claims of environmental stewardship, pointing to the irony of altering Mars’ atmosphere to better suit humans.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
12 Sep. 2025
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Equivalent to a cosmic gateway, eclipse portals mark the two-week window where fate accelerates, timelines shift and life-altering events begin to unfold at lightning speed.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
12 Sep. 2025
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His private 90-minute lessons focus on using smartphones to their full potential, covering topics like framing fast-moving animals, using advanced camera settings, and editing photos with apps.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The videos were apparently chosen for their clear depictions of celebrity faces, and are intended for use in training video-generation and video face-editing models.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
10 Sep. 2025
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Food-storage-container management Tame an unruly collection of food storage containers by taking all of them out, matching the lids to their containers, and getting rid of any pieces that are missing their other half or that are damaged.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Sep. 2025
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Vansteenberghe, 24, opted for a chic all-black ensemble for his front row jaunt in a turtleneck paired with a matching jacket and tuxedo pants.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Customizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/customizing. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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