as in adjusts
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 tailors
Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 20 May 2026
Amazon tailors the product inventory to each location and uses artificial intelligence and other technology to analyze what customers buy, as well as when and how often.
—Anne D’innocenzio, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
The staff tailors interactions to comfort levels, and there is no pressure to touch anything if a visitor is nervous.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2026
Because business needs vary, Discover PB tailors its services to each, Lee said.
—Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
The company tailors its offerings to meet diverse consumer needs, often through smaller pack sizes, localized flavors, and affordable formats.
—Joe Cornell, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Whether designing Tribeca apartments or Florida beach houses, the firm tailors its interiors to the location and architecture of the home.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2025
Instruction that tailors these lessons to the challenges faced by other identity groups could help many other students succeed.
—Filomena Nunes, The Conversation, 12 Aug. 2025
Verb
While it may always be most readily associated with Wall Street antagonist Gordon Gekko—who Flusser famously outfitted—the business also tailors for women.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 20 May 2026
Amazon tailors the product inventory to each location and uses artificial intelligence and other technology to analyze what customers buy, as well as when and how often.
—Anne D’innocenzio, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
The staff tailors interactions to comfort levels, and there is no pressure to touch anything if a visitor is nervous.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2026
Because business needs vary, Discover PB tailors its services to each, Lee said.
—Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
The company tailors its offerings to meet diverse consumer needs, often through smaller pack sizes, localized flavors, and affordable formats.
—Joe Cornell, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Whether designing Tribeca apartments or Florida beach houses, the firm tailors its interiors to the location and architecture of the home.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2025
Instruction that tailors these lessons to the challenges faced by other identity groups could help many other students succeed.
—Filomena Nunes, The Conversation, 12 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailors
Verb
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California adjusts lottery prizes based on the number of tickets sold and number of winners.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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The system adjusts execution paths when inputs change, actions fail or conditions shift.—
Manick Bhan,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Noun
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As a result, Porter, which sends its sewage to Chesterton’s water treatment plant, pays a higher price because of the extra water leaking into the sewers.—
Jim Woods,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2026
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This results in blockage and causes overflow in the sewers and cause a plumbing nightmare.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
Verb
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Year-round programming adapts to the seasons, with both kids' and teen programs ensuring young travelers are entertained while adults relax with activities, spa treatments, or quiet meals.—
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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This season adapts Anne Rice’s novel of the same name, which is told from the perspective of Lestat, played by Reid, and transforms him into a touring musician.—
Precious Fondren,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
Noun
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And in the future, Mimi’s hopes to partner with neighboring small businesses, hold classes for more advanced stitchers and even throw Bachelor watch parties.—
Julianna Chen,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
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At the game in June, the Mets provided the group with event space where the knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers, needle pointers, sewers and embroiderers could connect with each other.—
Rebecca Tauber,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In an Outsite survey, 60% of participants reported having a home base, suggesting the model also suits frequent work travelers and people with flexible schedules who want structure and community without a long-term lease.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
17 June 2026
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If poor flowering persists year after year, consider planting a different variety of tomatoes that better suits your climate.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Verb
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This mattress uses pressure-relieving memory foam that conforms to the body and helps circulation.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
15 June 2026
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That Taylor’s statement also conforms to the conventions of creative-writing-seminar plaudits is part of the problem.—
Katy Waldman,
New Yorker,
10 June 2026
Verb
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There are other awards given to restaurants and the hospitality industry but the James Beard Foundation, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary, puts a premium on discovery and on American cuisine.—
Jeanne Bonner,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
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That’s when competition will heat up for roster spots, as first-year coach John Harbaugh puts his imprint on the roster.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
Verb
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Also, BrewID recognizes your K-Cup pod and then customizes the brew.—
Terri Williams,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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His company runs a network of after school learning centers where an adaptive AI tutoring system spots those cracks and customizes lessons in real time based on how each student responds.—
TIME Contributors,
Time,
29 Apr. 2026
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