Definition of made-to-ordernext
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 Big families will feel at home at Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, which offers suites that sleep up to six, free made-to-order breakfast daily, and a nightly evening reception with complimentary drinks and snacks. Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 30 June 2026 Challenges across the industry include supply chain volatility, quality consistency in made-to-order models, and meeting diverse body types and cultural preferences. Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026 What also makes Fish Guts stand out is that all tacos are served on a soft and warm made-to-order corn tortilla. Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 June 2026 Instead of fresh vegetables and other ingredients that locals can buy to cook at home, its stalls sell made-to-order Spanish cuisine. Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for made-to-order
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Adjective
  • This unique garment addresses the niche need for stylish attire between leaving a yacht or pool and fully dressing, blending the comfort of towelling with tailored sophistication.
    Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
  • That kind of tailored attention is easier to deliver face-to-face than through an algorithm.
    Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026
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  • The Golden State Valkyries — one of his favorite teams — heard about the game and sent gifts of their own, which included a customized team jersey with his name on it.
    Itay Hod, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026
  • At the same time, large aerospace companies have historically operated through complex, customized programs.
    Ben Topor, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
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  • Datskovska regularly reports on the latest and greatest worth shopping at Nike — custom, exclusive sneakers included.
    Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 30 July 2026
  • Combine the fabric or paper backdrop, calendar sheets, and photos above to create a collage on top of your desk that’s completely custom to you, or add something entirely new under the glass, like a movie poster.
    Sarah Everett, The Spruce, 28 July 2026

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“Made-to-order.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/made-to-order. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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