as in tailored
made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer
took my measurements for the tailor-made bridal gown
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Recent Examples of tailor-made
This is the version of Towns — the dog — the Knicks will need for their first-round series against the Hawks, because Atlanta’s roster is tailor-made to make Jalen Brunson work harder for his buckets.
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Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 15 Apr. 2026
These eight gift ideas can be tailor-made for anyone, for any occasion.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 15 Apr. 2026
The upcoming sixth season, which begins production next month, will take Emily to Greece and Monaco — two locations that feel tailor-made for the show’s signature blend of escapism and romance.
—Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 14 Apr. 2026
Why move on from a player whose defensive edge and perimeter shooting seemed tailor-made for what Golden State lacked?
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026
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Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 15 Apr. 2026
These eight gift ideas can be tailor-made for anyone, for any occasion.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 15 Apr. 2026
The upcoming sixth season, which begins production next month, will take Emily to Greece and Monaco — two locations that feel tailor-made for the show’s signature blend of escapism and romance.
—Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 14 Apr. 2026
Why move on from a player whose defensive edge and perimeter shooting seemed tailor-made for what Golden State lacked?
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for tailor-made
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailor-made
Adjective
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Subtle without veering saccharine, sage green lends ease to tailored staples—blazers, trousers, crisp shirting—while adding refinement to warmer-weather pieces like shorts and slip dresses.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2026
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Plus, the tank is wrinkle-free and versatile enough for dressing up or down with tailored pants, a silk skirt, and more.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Then, California proposed a bill that would prohibit retailers from setting customized prices based on personally identifiable information.—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
21 Apr. 2026
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Starbucks uses ChatGPT to suggest drinks based on mood as expert warns of hidden downsides – Starbucks has launched a beta integration with ChatGPT, allowing customers to receive customized beverage recommendations tailored to their mood, taste, and even the weather.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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While the lots have been carefully planned, the homes themselves are fully custom.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
28 Apr. 2026
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The company also certified a custom-Swiss wristwatch for use aboard its upcoming Haven-1 space station.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Tailor-made.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailor-made. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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