as in personalized
of, relating to, or belonging to a single person
the radio commentator went into one of his patented tirades after an astute caller questioned his knowledge of the facts
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Recent Examples of patented
The foul rate has tempered to a career low without any of Thompson’s patented aggression falling by the wayside.
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Fred Katz, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
Its namesake ingredient, the patented Phytomelatonin Extract, mimics melatonin’s natural activity in the skin.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2026
Odisea is reportedly equipped with a twin-diesel propulsion system and a compact exhaust with a patented SCR system that significantly reduces nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Mar. 2026
The ball was pelted to left field at over 400 feet, and their patented celebration ensued.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
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Fred Katz, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
Its namesake ingredient, the patented Phytomelatonin Extract, mimics melatonin’s natural activity in the skin.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2026
Odisea is reportedly equipped with a twin-diesel propulsion system and a compact exhaust with a patented SCR system that significantly reduces nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Mar. 2026
The ball was pelted to left field at over 400 feet, and their patented celebration ensued.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for patented
Adjective
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The app also enables people to add photos, voice memos and various other personalized features to their documents — appealing even to those who aren’t necessarily making a choice to be sustainable but are drawn in by the ease.—
Kirsten Chuba,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2026
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Birch often encourages couples to add personalized elements, such as handwritten notes.—
Kate Donovan,
Martha Stewart,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Regardless of his personal feelings about the award, Mazzulla built a strong Coach of the Year case this season.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
20 Apr. 2026
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DriveSavers retains a personal shopper in Shenzhen to track down elusive models.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The vague criteria is hard to quantify, which can lead to some subjective wins.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
20 Apr. 2026
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The exact numerical values chosen for each situation are subjective.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
19 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Rewind is completely different from the Rock Slide and Willys 392 -- each one of them has its own unique personality.—
Morgan Korn,
ABC News,
12 Apr. 2026
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This pattern isn’t unique to bats, the authors suggested, and likely applies to biodiversity loss and its impacts on agriculture broadly.—
Leah Campbell,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This is the place to organize unforgettable outdoor adventures, from fishing trips and private charter boat excursions to guided jaunts on a traditional Hawaiian sailing canoe.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
23 Apr. 2026
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The majority of voters want the city to contract with the county or a private entity to provide inspector general services as needed.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Patented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patented. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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