as in to adjust
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
the stand-up comic refused to tailor his routine for network television
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Recent Examples of tailor
Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 21 July 2025
Growing up, Alex Foxworth always had an interest in fashion thanks to her mother and grandmother — who was also a tailor, taught her how to sew and got her very first subscription to Teen Vogue.
—Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2025
Maija De Rijk-Uys
published, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2025
Community colleges, tailored to non-traditional students, would bear the brunt of the impact, Edens said, as more students enroll part-time.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 25 July 2025
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Verb
His dad was a tailor for Howard Clothes in Brooklyn.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 21 July 2025
Growing up, Alex Foxworth always had an interest in fashion thanks to her mother and grandmother — who was also a tailor, taught her how to sew and got her very first subscription to Teen Vogue.
—Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2025
Noun
With more quality time with your guide, game viewing can be tailored to your specific interests.
—Maija De Rijk-Uys
published, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2025
Community colleges, tailored to non-traditional students, would bear the brunt of the impact, Edens said, as more students enroll part-time.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailor
Verb
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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When using a vacuum, remember to adjust the setting from carpets to bare floors.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The package includes removing regulatory barriers to housing development and providing funds for communities that are building more housing that can be used for water and sewer infrastructure.—
Diana Olick,
CNBC,
29 July 2025
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Because of the location of the sewer line, work had to be done.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
28 July 2025
Verb
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Because the technology powering this deception is evolving quickly, HR leaders must adapt to keep fraud out of the hiring process.—
Casey Marquette,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Professional leagues set their own revenue models, compliance regulations, and discipline regimes — and adapt quickly when circumstances change.—
Jim Martin,
Denver Post,
13 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Pivoting Toward Corporate Client Cohorts My work evolved to suit corporate leaders.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Take a peek at all the best cooling mattress options to suit your needs, below.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The difference, while unnoticeable to the untrained eye, was a detail the seamster wanted to get right.—
Cassandra Jaramillo,
Dallas News,
2 Feb. 2021
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Gilbert Baker is the seamster responsible for creating the most enduring symbol of the LGBTQ rights movement: the rainbow flag.—
Tim Fitzsimons,
NBC News,
3 June 2019
Verb
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In its second quarter financial report released on August 6, the company noted several milestones including: Preparation for final assembly of the first of several conforming aircraft intended for Type Inspection Authorization flight testing.—
Ed Garsten,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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But some air quality experts raised questions about the study’s methodology, which only took readings from three locations over two 12-hour periods, and placed monitors underneath buildings in a way that may not have conformed with EPA guidance.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Not just writers, directors and producers but also editors, costume designers, all the dream weavers.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
29 July 2025
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The most celebrated weaver of Passamaquoddy baskets ever, each of Frey’s creations carries a memory of Gloosekap, a warning of the emerald ash borer, and the artist’s unique signature.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
Verb
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Today there is no S&P 500 index for private equity, but BlackRock — whose index funds put plenty of active mutual-fund managers out of business by showing their flaws — is quietly working on a fix.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The latest batch of files still didn’t reveal a direct connection between this officer and Oswald, but that hasn’t put the issue to bed.—
Kaitlyn Tiffany,
The Atlantic,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Tailor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailor. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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