tailoring 1 of 2

noun

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as in couture

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tailoring

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verb

present participle of tailor
as in adjusting
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 tailoring
Noun
In 2013, Aflalo started designing and manufacturing clothes along with tailoring, and began selling them through a website. — Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2026 The store also offers tailoring and alterations, shoe shines, monogramming, engraving, eyebrow waxing and so much more. — New York Times, 31 July 2026
Verb
Nordic Knots pairs lightweight Italian linen with made-to-measure sizing, tailoring each custom curtain panel to your exact length for a personalized finish. — Nina Derwin, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026 Building genuine connections through networking is now considered more impactful than endlessly tailoring a resume. — Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for tailoring
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailoring
  1. couture
  2. adjusting
  3. sportswear
  4. adapting
  5. outerwear
  6. suiting
  7. ensemble
  8. conforming
Noun
  • Who’s flaunting their skeletal frame and who hides a bit behind a couture wall of feathers?
    — Marti Noxon, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
  • At the January couture shows in Paris, the look was epitomized by Lauren Sánchez Bezos and her devotion to an hourglass silhouette and toe-crunching heels.
    — Robin Givhan, Vanity Fair, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of couture
Verb
  • For some homebuyers, particularly those who expect to sell or refinance before the rate begins adjusting, an ARM could save money.
    — Rebecca Safier, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The research team further demonstrated the versatility of the material by building prototype antennas and microwave devices whose frequencies could be changed by adjusting the voltage or temperature.
    — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of adjusting
Noun
  • Cali in particular is known as a destination for apparel production, specializing in denim and sportswear.
    — Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 17 Aug. 2026
  • But the German sportswear company was not alone in leaving a commercial mark on the tournament.
    — Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of sportswear
Verb
  • Literacy is about adapting to this constant flux between the physical and digital world.
    — Jennifer D. Kobrin, The Conversation, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Mann Theatres co-owner Michelle Mann said the company wanted to continue adapting to what moviegoers are looking for.
    — Nick Lunemann, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of adapting
Noun
  • Barn jackets and trench coats are quintessential fall outerwear, and this plaid-collar find combines both.
    — Anna Traver, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Classic tees for effortless layering, elegant slips for summer’s heat, statement skirts for a touch of drama, and playful outerwear for the season ahead.
    — Minty Mellon, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of outerwear
Verb
  • Operational databases—often NoSQL systems—excel at reacting to change instantly and fetching individual records with almost no delay, suiting situations where the business must act on new data in near real time.
    — Kevin Mathrani, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • Nicole Kidman is serving up the aesthetic blueprint for the ultimate European summer, from embracing power suiting in Wimbledon’s Royal Box to showing off her natural blonde curls while jet-setting out of Ibiza.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 18 July 2026
Definition of suiting
Noun
  • The union for Boston Symphony Orchestra musicians authorized the first strike in the ensemble's 145-year history on Saturday.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Williams stepped out in a casual ensemble, pairing a black T-shirt with high-rise denim shorts and black boots.
    — Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of ensemble
Verb
  • Joby has flown its first FAA-conforming aircraft and entered the final stage of type certification.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Tempur-Pedic’s proprietary material is a body-conforming foam the brand uses for their popular mattresses, toppers, and pillows.
    — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of conforming

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“Tailoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailoring. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

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