as in customized
made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer
pants bought off the rack never fit me so I have to buy tailored ones instead
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as in adapted
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 tailored
David Fear, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2026
For me, the sweet spot is a pair of tailored cargo pants from Bonobos.
—Adam Cheung, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Feb. 2026
P. Daniel Patterson, The Conversation, 20 Feb. 2026
While the company that manufactures the robot primarily designs it for instructional purposes, the version being used at KidWorks USA is still being developed and tailored to fit the school’s needs.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
It should be noted that Ruffalo’s detective is unkempt in direct proportion to the way Hemsworth wears a tailored black suit.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2026
For me, the sweet spot is a pair of tailored cargo pants from Bonobos.
—Adam Cheung, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Feb. 2026
Verb
Few studies have tested nap duration time or napping strategies tailored to the unique demands of different occupations.
—P. Daniel Patterson, The Conversation, 20 Feb. 2026
While the company that manufactures the robot primarily designs it for instructional purposes, the version being used at KidWorks USA is still being developed and tailored to fit the school’s needs.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailored
Adjective
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In response, Turboden, part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, developed a customized steam electrification system.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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The park has 250 volunteers who can give customized recommendations on hiking trails, sightseeing, and more.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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This editorial has been adapted from one that originally appeared in The New York Daily News.—
The Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 Feb. 2026
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Why has Emerald Fennell adapted one of the more chasmic and ambitious tragedies in English literature into a poppy, gooey, thuddingly literal work of sexy fan fiction?—
Sophie Gilbert,
The Atlantic,
21 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Using contrasting colors for trim and walls can create a custom, high-impact look and is suitable for adding definition or making a space feel special.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
24 Feb. 2026
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These niobium-tin cavities can operate at higher temperatures, allowing for the use of standard commercial cooling units rather than custom, large-scale cryogenic plants.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Feb. 2026
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But following the pandemic, prices surged during the Biden administration and consumers haven’t yet adjusted.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
24 Feb. 2026
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His medication was reportedly changed or adjusted before the killings, though an exact timeframe for that alteration was not revealed.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Feb. 2026
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It’s best suited for beginners and sensitive skin.—
Allison Palmer
Updated February 25,
Miami Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
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This finish is well-suited for classic interiors, vintage pieces, statement hardware, and other decor that doesn't shy away from attention.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Feb. 2026
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Sharpe said traditionally French cuisine has been looked at as the standard, and chefs have conformed to fit that standard.—
Raisa Habersham,
Miami Herald,
17 Feb. 2026
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Martin highlighted the findings, which mostly conformed to his expectations but still surprised him in the magnitude of the angst over the work situationship.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
11 Feb. 2026
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The Shibaura location puts the property at the forefront of Tokyo's waterfront development, with easy access to both Haneda Airport and the city center.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Feb. 2026
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Bam Adebayo put together a strong performance for the Heat, finishing with 29 points, 14 rebounds, three assists and one steal in 37 minutes.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
27 Feb. 2026
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An owner’s expectations may be shaped by yesterday’s market rather than today’s.—
Allen Buchanan,
Oc Register,
21 Feb. 2026
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His experience in electric arc furnace (EAF) steelmaking, where scrap became the foundation of a domestic manufacturing revolution, shaped his view of solar waste not as disposal, but as feedstock.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Tailored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailored. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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