tailored 1 of 2

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
The artist’s look consisted of an all-black three-piece suit, complete with tailored trousers, button-up collared shirt and tie. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 6 May 2025 The singer honored the theme by wearing a black tailored suit jacket, and paired it with a sheer skirt and long trail, with over-the-knee boots. Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 6 May 2025 Lala Anthony in Off-White Among the earlier arrivals, La La Anthony immediately set the tone for the evening’s masculine-meets-feminine vibe, wearing a structured tulle gown over a black bustier and black tailored tuxedo pants. Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 5 May 2025 Wear them with a tailored blouse and kitten heels for weekdays in the office, or keep things laidback with a classic tee and white sneakers. Emily Weaver, People.com, 3 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for tailored
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailored
Verb
  • In 1982, Katt co-starred in the five-episode sitcom Herbie, the Love Bug, which was adapted from the 1968 Walt Disney film, The Love Bug.
    Marc Berman, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
  • The diverse range of common plants adapted to our Mediterranean climate continues to support vibrant agricultural activities and enrich the culinary traditions of ancient regions as well as San Diego.
    The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • 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
  • 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
Verb
  • The 2024 bill adjusted that schedule so that the list began with an 85% valuation for vehicles that are up to a year old, lessening the impact on municipal budgets, which draw revenue from car taxes.
    Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 10 Apr. 2025
  • This umbrella can be easily adjusted to five heights and has 360-degree rotation.
    Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • This has resulted in the Blackbird (a versatile square frame that pairs well with a variety of looks) and Good Night (an oversized frame best suited for bolder looks).
    Darryn King, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Lopping pruners are best suited for material ½ inch or larger in diameter.
    Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Gabriel has some customized for himself as a joke.
    Christopher Kamrani, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
  • De May says each Spaceship will be customized to each owner’s needs.
    Howard Walker, Robb Report, 30 Dec. 2024

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“Tailored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailored. Accessed 22 May. 2025.

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