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
Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
The result is a more tailored, end-to-end system that aims to make project workflows more efficient while giving design firms better visibility into costs and operations.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Mike Hixenbaugh, NBC news, 15 May 2026
Readers should not rely solely on the content of this article and are encouraged to seek professional advice tailored to their specific circumstances.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 15 May 2026
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Adjective
The men kept things sharp in classic black tuxedos and tailored suits.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
The result is a more tailored, end-to-end system that aims to make project workflows more efficient while giving design firms better visibility into costs and operations.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Verb
Becoming Jason's primary caregiver gave Gonce flexibility to build daily routines tailored to his needs.
—Mike Hixenbaugh, NBC news, 15 May 2026
Readers should not rely solely on the content of this article and are encouraged to seek professional advice tailored to their specific circumstances.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailored
Adjective
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With triple adjustable straps, these sandals offer a more customized fit that gradually molds to your foot over time.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
22 May 2026
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So, in a follow-up trial, the team tested a customized LLM tailored for clinical collaboration that taught clinicians in real time how to use it.—
Spencer Dorn,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Ukrainian engineers adapted commercial platforms for military use, enabling rapid development and decentralized production outside traditional defense procurement channels.—
Vikram Mittal,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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In the second round against the Sabres, the Canadiens adapted to a highly mobile and skilled defense corps that regularly jumped into the rush and made life miserable defensively.—
Sean Gentille,
New York Times,
23 May 2026
Adjective
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Broadcom, because custom-ASIC programs at Google, Meta, and the cloud giants are not negotiable trade items and do not pass through Beijing’s customs at all.—
Jon Markman,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Wing says the companies are also working on custom, aerodynamic packaging informed by both Papa Johns and Wing.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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April’s numbers – bosses added 115,000 workers, adjusted for seasonal swings – were seen by many economic gurus as a surprising increase amid a war with Iran and its resulting ballooning energy costs.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
18 May 2026
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And by then, the list HR is working from has been quietly adjusted and your name is no longer on it.—
Mark Murphy,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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Consolidation loans, balance transfer cards, creditor hardship programs and debt management plans each offer a different path to lower payments — some faster than others, and some better suited to specific credit profiles and debt loads.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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The hot plate → Experts reveal why one fan-favorite fish isn't suited for the grill.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
Verb
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The league has conformed to The King’s whims.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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The goal is to wring as much production out of each athlete rather than implement a cohesive strategy that must be conformed to.—
Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
15 May 2026
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Her team quickly put together a plan to help coördinate repairs, secure new electrical generators, implement a triage system, and organize trainings for staff.—
Clayton Dalton,
New Yorker,
15 May 2026
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The Bengals, who at one point trailed 6-1, put the game on ice with eight runs in the bottom of the sixth.—
Tony Baranek,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2026
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But history shaped opportunities differently for different communities.—
John W. Beacham,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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The war between Russia and Ukraine is increasingly being shaped by the battle for drone dominance.—
Vikram Mittal,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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“Tailored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailored. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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