as in tailored
made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer
took my measurements for the tailor-made bridal gown
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Recent Examples of tailor-made
However, his skills aren’t exactly tailor-made for the NBA.
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Sam Vecenie, New York Times, 1 May 2025
Then in January, President Trump, threatening tariffs and annexation against Canada, brewed a crisis that seemed tailor-made for one of the world’s most seasoned managers of economic turmoil.
—Matina Stevis-Gridneff, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
Youssef and his creative team have created a furious show, but also an incredibly funny one with a number of fantastical touches and niche jokes that feel tailor-made for first-gen-immigrant audiences specifically and Muslim viewers tired of apologizing for themselves broadly.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2025
Travelon Anti-theft Classic Mini Shoulder Bag $55 $39 at Amazon
Made with five points of security (including slash-proof straps, an RFID-blocking exterior, and locking compartments), this otherwise simple and timeless bag is tailor-made for travel.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2025
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Sam Vecenie, New York Times, 1 May 2025
Then in January, President Trump, threatening tariffs and annexation against Canada, brewed a crisis that seemed tailor-made for one of the world’s most seasoned managers of economic turmoil.
—Matina Stevis-Gridneff, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
Youssef and his creative team have created a furious show, but also an incredibly funny one with a number of fantastical touches and niche jokes that feel tailor-made for first-gen-immigrant audiences specifically and Muslim viewers tired of apologizing for themselves broadly.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2025
Travelon Anti-theft Classic Mini Shoulder Bag $55 $39 at Amazon
Made with five points of security (including slash-proof straps, an RFID-blocking exterior, and locking compartments), this otherwise simple and timeless bag is tailor-made for travel.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailor-made
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As the winner, the former H&M Foundation Global Change Award finalist will receive a $30,000 grant as well as six months of tailored mentorship alongside access to a network of international industry insiders.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
14 May 2025
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This report discusses how trends in semiconductor manufacturing and commercial priorities may diverge from the needs of the scientific computing community, and how a lack of tailored hardware could hinder progress in research.—
Jack Dongarra,
The Conversation,
14 May 2025
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Emma Chamberlain kicked things off in custom Courreges, for example, and Zendaya wore a crisp white suit with a matching floppy hat by Louis Vuitton designed by Pharrell.—
Rosana Lai,
Glamour,
5 May 2025
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Pixar drops a big hint The galactic themed indoor launched roller coasters will send riders on an exploratory mission into the uncharted Lego Galaxy in custom Lego spacecraft, according to the backstory for the ride.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
25 Mar. 2025
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“Tailor-made.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailor-made. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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