as in to tailor
to change (something) in order to fit the needs or requirements of a person, business, etc.
The program can be customized to serve different purposes. customized the car with a unique paint job
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Recent Examples of customize
The new game brings with it a host of new features and play modes, including the option to create and name your own MFL (Mutant Football League) team, with players being able to customize the team's uniforms, branding, identity, stadium, and musical theme.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
Customers can customize their tots with five different seasonings and a selection of 15 different dipping sauces, Sheetz said.
—Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 1 Feb. 2025
Wings are available breaded, smoked, grilled or boneless, with your choice of sauces or dry rubs to customize the flavor.
—Tamia Boyd, Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2025
Anyone can download and further improve or customize their models.
—Ambuj Tewari, The Conversation, 29 Jan. 2025
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
Customers can customize their tots with five different seasonings and a selection of 15 different dipping sauces, Sheetz said.
—Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 1 Feb. 2025
Wings are available breaded, smoked, grilled or boneless, with your choice of sauces or dry rubs to customize the flavor.
—Tamia Boyd, Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2025
Anyone can download and further improve or customize their models.
—Ambuj Tewari, The Conversation, 29 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for customize
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The threats faced by individuals like Michael are tailored and dynamic.—
Chad Angle,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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All of his clothes were tailored by my tailor, Chris Kerr.—
Mark Peikert,
IndieWire,
17 Feb. 2025
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Author Sophie Cousens adapted her novel, which came out at the end of 2020, into the screenplay for the movie.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
14 Feb. 2025
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Helen Fielding adapts her novel for the screen alongside Dan Mazer and Abi Morgan with maturity.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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The Bills’ scouting department and coaching staff will adjust, but any single opponent is a moving target.—
Tim Graham,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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The sales totals are adjusted for seasonality but not inflation for a month, in which prices rose 0.5%.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
14 Feb. 2025
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Using the gene-editing technique CRISPR, scientists can modify the pig’s DNA.—
Nadia Kounang,
CNN,
7 Feb. 2025
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Based on the series parallel hybrid system used in the Prius, the Subaru version has been modified to work with Subaru's preferred boxer engine and Symmetrical AWD system.—
Aaron Turpen,
New Atlas,
6 Feb. 2025
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The latter type of metamorphosis creates issues that can’t be easily altered, for instance, shortening a now too-long coat that no longer drapes over a gut.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
16 Feb. 2025
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But researchers are still trying to understand exactly how the fungus alters and affects the brains of spiders to control them.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN,
15 Feb. 2025
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Made by History takes readers beyond the headlines with articles written and edited by professional historians.—
TIME,
TIME,
10 Feb. 2025
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The film is written, directed, produced, shot and edited by Das.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
10 Feb. 2025
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The trucks are equipped with chrome front grille deflectors that may fracture and may detach from the vehicle, according to the recall report.—
James Powel,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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It’s equipped with 16GB of RAM, great for gaming, streaming, or working creatively.—
StackCommerce Team (Sponsored),
PCMAG,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Customize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/customize. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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