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as in adapting
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
the ex-governor seems to be fashioning his political beliefs to win favor with a more conservative national electorate
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as in producing
to bring into being by combining, shaping, or transforming materials
for the Christmas pageant the boy's mother was able to fashion the length of fabric into something that could pass as a shepherd's outfit
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Recent Examples of fashioning
But Judge Subramanian said today he is still allowed to consider the evidence when fashioning the sentence.
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Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
His newest installment centers on Hunnam as Gein, the infamous serial killer known for fashioning human body parts as furniture and clothing.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
The 25-year-old singer from New Zealand also played with mod hairstyles, fashioning her inky black hair into a side part with foot-long braid extensions.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 7 Sep. 2025
Despite the inherent pressure of fashioning a collection that will receive intense scrutiny, Jacobs seems far less angst-ridden than Isaac Mizrahi in Unzipped, who nearly came to pieces on screen during the making of his fall 1994 collection.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2025
Lately, novelists have put a political spin on the idea, counterposing hopeful acts of individual self-fashioning to the immovable weight of circumstance.
—Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 18 Aug. 2025
For a man lacking in prospects and acquainted with failure, meeting the patron saint of self-fashioning must have felt like divine revelation.
—Matthew Redmond
august 13, Literary Hub, 13 Aug. 2025
Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
His newest installment centers on Hunnam as Gein, the infamous serial killer known for fashioning human body parts as furniture and clothing.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
The 25-year-old singer from New Zealand also played with mod hairstyles, fashioning her inky black hair into a side part with foot-long braid extensions.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 7 Sep. 2025
Despite the inherent pressure of fashioning a collection that will receive intense scrutiny, Jacobs seems far less angst-ridden than Isaac Mizrahi in Unzipped, who nearly came to pieces on screen during the making of his fall 1994 collection.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2025
Lately, novelists have put a political spin on the idea, counterposing hopeful acts of individual self-fashioning to the immovable weight of circumstance.
—Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 18 Aug. 2025
For a man lacking in prospects and acquainted with failure, meeting the patron saint of self-fashioning must have felt like divine revelation.
—Matthew Redmond
august 13, Literary Hub, 13 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fashioning
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Artist and writer Kevin Mellon is adapting the graphic novel from the feature script written by Peykoff and the Neese Brothers, who are known as co-executive producers of The Umbrella Academy.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
6 Jan. 2026
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The book has recently been reissued at what feels like a propitious moment, when modern treatments of Greek myth proliferate, many of them adapting stories about destiny and order for a chaotic and individualistic time.—
Rachel Vorona Cote,
The Atlantic,
5 Jan. 2026
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Achane handled 12 first half carries, producing 64 rushing yards.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
9 Nov. 2025
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Idemitsu is constructing a large-scale facility capable of producing 1,000 metric tons of lithium sulfide annually, with a target of mass production by 2027.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Nov. 2025
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Despite adjusting the practice structure, simplifying the call sheets, and even moving Whitt to the sideline, the Commanders found no solutions.—
Nicki Jhabvala,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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The team focused on modifying the electrode surface rather than repeatedly adjusting electrolyte formulations.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Jan. 2026
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The prosecutor’s spokesperson said Yeo was making excuses that did not make sense about the notes discovered on his mobile phone.—
Reuters 2 hr ago,
CNN Money,
10 Nov. 2025
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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On his Stranger Things season five press tour, actor Caleb McLaughlin truly came into his own this year, taking a fun, distinctive approach to tailoring and suiting up.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
28 Dec. 2025
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Hale thinks wearables could play an important role in helping people with difficult-to-treat chronic illnesses manage their symptoms, but that requires further tailoring Oura’s apps and readings for individual needs.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
17 Dec. 2025
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Iwobi’s movement drags Ladislav Krejci wider, increasing the space between the lines and creating a clear passing angle for Calvin Bassey.—
Ahmed Walid,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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They’re combined with a non-toxic, hypoallergenic down alternative filling, creating a plush and luxurious sleeping experience that’s designed for back, side, and stomach sleepers.—
Megan Schaltegger,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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Lance Strait is one of hundreds of people whose car was damaged after putting gas at a King Soopers gas station in Parker earlier this week.—
Michael Abeyta,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Or, Allen could solidify his elite status by putting the team on his back much the same way that Jags fan did with Lawrence at a bar.—
Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
10 Jan. 2026
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The company is also conducting power-on tests of its first FAA-conforming aircraft.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Dec. 2025
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By County Set by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) each year and based on home values, conforming loan limits are typically used to determine maximum loan amounts for many mortgage types.—
Kelsey Neubauer,
CNBC,
26 Nov. 2025
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“Fashioning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fashioning. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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