as in tailored
made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer
the manufacturer offers its online customers made-to-order computer systems
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Recent Examples of made-to-order
Instead of fresh vegetables and other ingredients that locals can buy to cook at home, its stalls sell made-to-order Spanish cuisine.
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Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
16 June 2026
The effort reflects the group’s increasing emphasis on service and personalization, with made-to-order and personalized products now accounting for more than 20 percent of the business, according to Zegna.
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Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
8 June 2026
Thomas Drugs in Tennessee preserves a 1900s soda fountain experience with made-to-order treats.
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Margaret Littman,
Southern Living,
2 June 2026
While protecting the made-to-order business model is understandable, that’s no excuse for ignoring a customer with a legitimate return for eight months.
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Christopher Elliott,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for made-to-order
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
16 June 2026
The effort reflects the group’s increasing emphasis on service and personalization, with made-to-order and personalized products now accounting for more than 20 percent of the business, according to Zegna.
—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
8 June 2026
Thomas Drugs in Tennessee preserves a 1900s soda fountain experience with made-to-order treats.
—
Margaret Littman,
Southern Living,
2 June 2026
While protecting the made-to-order business model is understandable, that’s no excuse for ignoring a customer with a legitimate return for eight months.
—
Christopher Elliott,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for made-to-order
Recent Examples of Synonyms for made-to-order
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Those managing blood sugar may need fewer carbs, while athletes might need more; consult a healthcare provider or dietitian for tailored guidance.
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The pants are designed with a high waistline for ample coverage around the tummy, a tailored silhouette, and cuffed hems for a crisp clean look that’ll take you from the office to after-work cocktail hour.
Adjective
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Six Homewards locations were chosen to deliver customized solutions attacking homelessness in each area.
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At the same time, these platforms are far more customized.
Adjective
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Static Nails markets its sets as reusable luxury press-ons, with custom-like shapes and modern minimalist designs that can be removed, reapplied and reshaped.
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The company's own timeline points to a custom-silicon third-generation scanner around 2028 before the experience matches the pitch.
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“Made-to-order.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/made-to-order. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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