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
All over Chinese platforms, social media users are using the reality TV star as their profile pictures, customizing them to show Jenner in different professions in order to manifest their career goals.
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Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 7 Apr. 2026
The mental health care system now offers broader access through telehealth and data-driven diagnostics because these tools enable health professionals to work together while customizing treatment plans.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
There are also options to jump into other settings menus, such as for customizing the controls.
—Christian De Looper, PC Magazine, 23 Mar. 2026
Part of the new vision centers on customizing plans to help prospects reach their potential.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
Generative AI can be used to continuously design and adapt early learning resources, customizing them for different communities.
—Andres Bustamante, The Conversation, 11 Mar. 2026
Customers will also be invited to participate in the parade by customizing confetti that will be used that day.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 Feb. 2026
Those who purchased the totes last year have also had tons of fun customizing them with matching pastel embroidery, beading, and patches.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2026
Headquartered south of Munich in Kochel, Germany, Nugget Schmiede got its start on the rental and sale side of the Ford Nugget, eventually honing its skills at customizing Ford's small camper van and developing aftermarket components and accessories for it.
—New Atlas, 10 Feb. 2026
Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 7 Apr. 2026
The mental health care system now offers broader access through telehealth and data-driven diagnostics because these tools enable health professionals to work together while customizing treatment plans.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
There are also options to jump into other settings menus, such as for customizing the controls.
—Christian De Looper, PC Magazine, 23 Mar. 2026
Part of the new vision centers on customizing plans to help prospects reach their potential.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
Generative AI can be used to continuously design and adapt early learning resources, customizing them for different communities.
—Andres Bustamante, The Conversation, 11 Mar. 2026
Customers will also be invited to participate in the parade by customizing confetti that will be used that day.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 Feb. 2026
Those who purchased the totes last year have also had tons of fun customizing them with matching pastel embroidery, beading, and patches.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2026
Headquartered south of Munich in Kochel, Germany, Nugget Schmiede got its start on the rental and sale side of the Ford Nugget, eventually honing its skills at customizing Ford's small camper van and developing aftermarket components and accessories for it.
—New Atlas, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for customizing
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The film shifts the focus from traditional narratives of policy and victimhood to the everyday experiences of individuals adapting to a life of constant threat, raising critical questions about whether these safety rituals signify true preparedness or a surrender to violence.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
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Investments in modernized facilities, advanced textile research for uniforms, redesigned Navy hospitality and enhanced personal telecommunications reflect how our command is adapting to the Navy’s changing demands.—
Robert J Bianchi,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Apr. 2026
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Kelce’s tailoring choices on the day Swift walks down the aisle will certainly make news, too.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
3 Apr. 2026
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Importantly, these moderating effects persisted even when bots were given information about users’ political leanings, suggesting the influence is not just a result of tailoring responses to users.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
31 Mar. 2026
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Perhaps pitchers and umpires are simply adjusting to the new technology, and by midsummer any early kinks will be forgotten.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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Peanut cannot smell, but caregivers say that limitation does not appear to be stopping him from adjusting to his new surroundings.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Apr. 2026
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Italian consumer law requires companies to specify valid reasons for modifying contract terms.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Apr. 2026
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At Tuesday’s meeting, Stillwell was unable to secure sufficient support for a moratorium on data centers in Sugar Grove, but the board did find some consensus on establishing zoning changes while the village looks at modifying its existing regulations.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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To prepare for the journey, the astronauts also underwent extensive geology training, equipping them to accurately photograph and describe lunar features such as ancient lava flows and impact craters during their time around the Moon.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Apr. 2026
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Hospitality Partnerships Are Key Since 2013, Tréca Paris has been supporting the Airelles hotel group in equipping its prestigious establishments.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Users can tweak structural parameter configuration files to suit different bamboo airframe designs without altering the core control algorithms, making advanced UAV technology more accessible.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Apr. 2026
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That can mean gaining multiple footholds, altering authentication settings or gaining access via third parties.—
William Akoto,
The Conversation,
2 Apr. 2026
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Luca Guadagnino currently sits editing Artificial, the Amazon MGM dramatization of that 2023 episode, starring Andrew Garfield in the role of the spidery one.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2026
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Letters are subject to editing for clarity and length.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Apr. 2026
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The left-hander gave up eight runs — matching his career high — on 10 hits and two walks.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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This matching linen-blend set makes getting dressed a breeze.—
Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Customizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/customizing. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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