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
Simon De Burton, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2026
From a fabric standpoint, Maritaş sees demand is moving toward lighter weights, looser constructions and better drape to support relaxed and more tailored silhouettes.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
Nonprofit organizations and patient advocacy groups may also offer or list assistance tailored to specific conditions or medications.
—Deidre Popovich, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
The goal of Coolnvintage’s founder, Ricardo Pessoa, is to present restomods with flawless paintwork along with tailored upholstery draped over the top of a pristine chassis and perfect mechanicals.
—Simon De Burton, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2026
From a fabric standpoint, Maritaş sees demand is moving toward lighter weights, looser constructions and better drape to support relaxed and more tailored silhouettes.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
Medically tailored grocery and meal initiatives have shown improvements in A1C levels, reductions in hospitalizations, and lower overall healthcare costs.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
Nonprofit organizations and patient advocacy groups may also offer or list assistance tailored to specific conditions or medications.
—Deidre Popovich, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailored
Adjective
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The footbed molds to your foot over time for a more personalized feel, and unlike most slides, the adjustable straps allow for a customized fit.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Apr. 2026
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The vodka maker offers the Ciroc Athletic Club, an invite-only pop-up that includes a padel tournament and many luxury amenities, like customized merch and bottomless cocktails.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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And if investing in equipment isn’t an option, bodyweight exercises like squats, push-ups, lunges, crunches and planks engage multiple muscle groups and can be adapted for any fitness level.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
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Users share research, pictures, videos, drawings and memes from major school shootings — with Columbine the dominant obsession — and connect through a series of ever-changing hashtags, adapted to avoid content restrictions.—
Meena Duerson,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Rua Esperanza is at the top of the neighborhood’s custom-home pecking order, Work said.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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The AeroFit 2 is designed for a custom, non-invasive fit, featuring innovative four-level adjustable ear hooks that comfortably accommodate over 99% of ear shapes.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
1 Apr. 2026
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It can be adjusted based on your height, from 14 to 29 inches, and supports up to 69 pounds.—
Rebecca Shinners,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 2026
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Median family income, adjusted for inflation and declining family size, rose 52% between 1979 and 2024.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
12 Apr. 2026
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Thankfully, Amazon is packed with stylish tops that are perfect for every spring occasion, including breezy blouses, airy knits suited for transitional weather, and soft, flattering tees that are easy to style and comfortable enough to wear all day.—
Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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The South Loop site is large enough not only to revive that pattern but also to advance it into a form suited to contemporary needs.—
Alicia Pederson,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 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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Though the arrest took place in 2023, the case faced new scrutiny in March after a video of the altercation — showing her yelling, putting Mortensen in a headlock and throwing chairs at him while a child could be heard crying — was published by TMZ.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
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To have that as something that will live in my memory is worth whatever mental or emotional friction exists in rising from the comfort of my bed and putting my feet down on the floor.—
Hanif Abdurraqib,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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The black and green hats, shaped like the pope's miter, originally were offered as part of a ticket package for seats in five sections at Rate Field.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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That approach shaped some of the most important relationships in his career.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Tailored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailored. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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