individualize

verb

Definition of individualizenext
as in to customize

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Recent Examples of individualize In her view, intergenerational healing includes making space for that grief while resisting the urge to individualize blame. — Mehrunnisa Wani, Forbes.com, 2 Mar. 2026 Adding small linear designs is a great way to individualize this look and make your nails pop. — Odeya Pinkus, InStyle, 25 Jan. 2026 Definitely, but can anyone really speak generally about a contract that was created to individualize? — Jennifer Wilson, New Yorker, 22 Dec. 2025 They’re typically set in their routines and every goalie’s routine is different, leaving it up to Tallas to individualize plans for each of his netminders in order to maximize their production. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 28 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for individualize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for individualize
  1. customize
  2. differentiate
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  • For each order, the two work closely with the client to customize based on atmosphere, food preferences and seasonal touches.
    — Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
  • The event featured a dedicated denim station where guests could customize their own jeans with embroidery and stitching.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
Definition of customize
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  • The council said the trend has climbed steadily since the pandemic as theaters lean on premium formats to differentiate their offerings.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 29 July 2026
  • Shared visibility differentiates the effort, taking it from a transaction to a partnership.
    — Pierce Kafka, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
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