as in personal
of, relating to, or belonging to a single person
a personalized jewelry box that had been engraved with her initials
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as in embodied
to represent in visible form
in the character of the good-hearted, virtuous seaman, the author has personalized the concept of perfect innocence
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Recent Examples of personalized
Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 8 Apr. 2026
There are self-pampering add-ons too, like scheduling an in-room Swedish and deep-tissue massage, or elevating your sleep with a personalized turndown service.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
Over six rounds, the contest garnered 168,192 votes for papers on topics that include smart dental floss that monitors stress, Baby KJ’s personalized gene therapy, and an artificial intelligence model designed to predict cell behavior.
—Brianna Abbott, STAT, 7 Apr. 2026
For buyers and homeowners weighing their options, the most reliable move right now is to get personalized quotes, compare lenders and make a decision based on your own financial picture rather than waiting for a rate environment that may or may not materialize.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
Having this data could lead to better diagnosis of diseases, new therapeutics for patients and more personalized approaches for patients, and, in the context of aging, could help to know what happens over time, according to Jalili and Robison.
—Helen I. Bennett, Hartford Courant, 7 Apr. 2026
Hotels are focusing on personalization over points — recent data shows 68% of travelers now prioritize personalized experiences over accumulating points, with Gen Z leading at 83%.
—Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 5 Apr. 2026
The four addressed the fans in attendance, squared off in games of pop-a-shot, bubble hockey and ping-pong, and poured pints of their personalized beers — the (Derrick) White Ale, Crochet’s Pale Ale, Julian Edel-brau Lager and Big Z Pilsner, respectively.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
While some cancers have common antigens, mRNA technology could make personalized vaccines a reality.
—Alix Martichoux, The Hill, 5 Apr. 2026
Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 9 Apr. 2026
Facials are carefully personalized and use natural ingredients.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2026
Each player’s ring is also personalized with his signature, last name and number.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026
And every six weeks, my friend visits a professional who snaps on a pair of plastic gloves, mixes up a strong chemical concoction personalized especially for her, and spreads it all over her scalp.
—Valerie Monroe, Allure, 25 Mar. 2026
Tutoring is personalized for each student’s schedule.
—Jessie Dax-Setkus, Oc Register, 22 Mar. 2026
The rapid evolution of tree-climbing gear actually led to Open Ascent, which is pretty much a showcase of each competitor’s technical climbing system, perfected and personalized for their everyday work.
—Calin Van Paris, Outside, 19 Mar. 2026
Tours run for about two hours and can be personalized based on your preferences.
—Jill Robbins, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
Home offices that are overly personalized such as a home office focused on sports or a travel theme are often too personalized.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Jovanovic told Robb Report via email that the current owners have not made any major changes, but have added personalized closets and shades throughout.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 8 Apr. 2026
There are self-pampering add-ons too, like scheduling an in-room Swedish and deep-tissue massage, or elevating your sleep with a personalized turndown service.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
Over six rounds, the contest garnered 168,192 votes for papers on topics that include smart dental floss that monitors stress, Baby KJ’s personalized gene therapy, and an artificial intelligence model designed to predict cell behavior.
—Brianna Abbott, STAT, 7 Apr. 2026
For buyers and homeowners weighing their options, the most reliable move right now is to get personalized quotes, compare lenders and make a decision based on your own financial picture rather than waiting for a rate environment that may or may not materialize.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
Having this data could lead to better diagnosis of diseases, new therapeutics for patients and more personalized approaches for patients, and, in the context of aging, could help to know what happens over time, according to Jalili and Robison.
—Helen I. Bennett, Hartford Courant, 7 Apr. 2026
Hotels are focusing on personalization over points — recent data shows 68% of travelers now prioritize personalized experiences over accumulating points, with Gen Z leading at 83%.
—Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 5 Apr. 2026
The four addressed the fans in attendance, squared off in games of pop-a-shot, bubble hockey and ping-pong, and poured pints of their personalized beers — the (Derrick) White Ale, Crochet’s Pale Ale, Julian Edel-brau Lager and Big Z Pilsner, respectively.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
While some cancers have common antigens, mRNA technology could make personalized vaccines a reality.
—Alix Martichoux, The Hill, 5 Apr. 2026
Verb
These features aim to create interactions that feel more fluid and personalized.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 9 Apr. 2026
Facials are carefully personalized and use natural ingredients.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2026
Each player’s ring is also personalized with his signature, last name and number.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026
And every six weeks, my friend visits a professional who snaps on a pair of plastic gloves, mixes up a strong chemical concoction personalized especially for her, and spreads it all over her scalp.
—Valerie Monroe, Allure, 25 Mar. 2026
Tutoring is personalized for each student’s schedule.
—Jessie Dax-Setkus, Oc Register, 22 Mar. 2026
The rapid evolution of tree-climbing gear actually led to Open Ascent, which is pretty much a showcase of each competitor’s technical climbing system, perfected and personalized for their everyday work.
—Calin Van Paris, Outside, 19 Mar. 2026
Tours run for about two hours and can be personalized based on your preferences.
—Jill Robbins, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
Home offices that are overly personalized such as a home office focused on sports or a travel theme are often too personalized.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for personalized
Adjective
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What started as a personal endeavor evolved into something much larger.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 2026
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That’s great for personal reflection, but less ideal for being out and about with others.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Apr. 2026
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That democratic spirit is embodied in the Unknown Players Jam, a midday open competition drawing 15 to 20 participants, with separate trophy categories for adults and children.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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Bastian has embodied that behavior in part through Delta’s annual profit-sharing.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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But selecting one’s favorite music is always subjective.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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When students were asked open-ended, subjective questions with no single, correct answer, teachers could expect a wide range of responses.—
Asuka Koda,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2026
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However, the same poll found 56 percent of adults expressed support for policies aimed at protecting trans people from discrimination in jobs, housing and public spaces.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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Nearly all of the lawmakers have either expressed interest or have not shut down the idea about running for president.—
Hannah Demissie,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Tarrant County Commissioners are set to discuss giving up control of a private road in northwest Tarrant County that is being maintained with county tax dollars.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2026
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Fox, 64, has worked for decades with Parkinson’s disease, which he was diagnosed with at age 29 in the early 1990s but kept private until 1998.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The model Act underwent several updates over the years, and its fourth edition developed in 2023 is being incorporated into the Florida Nonprofit Corporation Act with this legislation.—
Evonne Andris,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Akbar had already incorporated Hindus into the Mughal military and administrative system and abolished the jizyah (a poll tax historically levied on non-Muslims under Islamic law) as part of a policy of inclusion.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Unlike our neighborhood public schools, private schools are not legally required to follow a child’s individualized education program (IEP) or provide the specialized therapies and equipment guaranteed in the public system.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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According to Baird, starting individualized treatments early can slow hair loss progression, but there’s no way to completely prevent hair loss caused by genetics.—
Nicole Hernandez,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Personalized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/personalized. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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