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Definition of tailorednext
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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tailored

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verb

past tense of tailor

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Recent Examples of tailored
Adjective
Now more than ever is the time for organizations to leverage strategic communication, especially when knowledge workers and stakeholders require tailored communication approaches rather than blanket statements. Christina Wood, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026 Not all group chats are created equally, and your exit may require a tailored approach in order to minimize fallout. Sam Reed, Glamour, 18 May 2026
Verb
Jennifer Garner previously opted for comfy-looking joggers that show off cute shoes, while Olivia Wilde, Shay Mitchell, and Kate Moss have been favoring wide-leg styles that are equal parts tailored and breezy. Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026 Readers should not rely solely on the content of this article and are encouraged to seek professional advice tailored to their specific circumstances. Matthew Kayser, Miami Herald, 12 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for tailored
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailored
Adjective
  • Quicken Simplifi is worth it for users interested in customized spending plans, a user-friendly interface and sinking-fund-style savings plans.
    Amy DeYoung, USA Today, 12 June 2026
  • And, most importantly, throughout the property, impeccable, immediate and customized service usually comes with a respectful bow.
    Carrie Bell, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Verb
  • According to Kuilan, those same safeguards could have been adapted for regulated cannabis consumption, particularly for smoke-free products like beverages and edibles.
    Peter Su, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
  • The show was eventually adapted into Lin-Manuel Miranda's 2021 film with Andrew Garfield playing Jonathan.
    Lexi Lane, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
Adjective
  • For inspiration on flawless exterior transformations, precision continuous concrete curbing, and high-end borders, a quick scroll through the Border Magic Facebook page demonstrates exactly how custom hardscaping signals to buyers that no expense was spared in the upkeep of the estate.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 8 June 2026
  • But Sheehan wants to be known for more than being the custom-cakes girl.
    Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Verb
  • The Sparks adjusted to open the third quarter with six consecutive points.
    Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
  • Firefighters then switched into attacking the blaze and adjusted their on-scene resources to work on containment, Clay said.
    Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 8 June 2026
Verb
  • Instead, something like this pair will be much better suited for the climate.
    Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
  • PatBO’s aesthetic feels particularly suited to those moments.
    Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Verb
  • That dwarfed the offerings of Morocco, which had no existing stadiums that conformed to tournament specifications and would need to spend upwards of $15 billion to prepare for a World Cup.
    Kevin Baxter Follow June 7, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
  • Those interested in 529 savings plans should beware that not all states have fully conformed their income tax codes to the federal code.
    Bob Carlson, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
Verb
  • The president’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act created a large new deduction for seniors, which put a major dent in one of Social Security’s major revenue sources — the income taxes on benefits paid by higher-income beneficiaries.
    Ben Ritz, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
  • Reinforced with a silicone grip and soft-sided boning, this strapless bra stays put.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
Verb
  • Humanoid robots are designed to be shaped and move like people.
    Michael Wayland, CNBC, 13 June 2026
  • And when reality fails to match the expectation, guests rarely blame the platform or recommendation engine that shaped their perception.
    Teresa Mackintosh, Fortune, 13 June 2026

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“Tailored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailored. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.

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