as in to adjust
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 tailor
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Health, 13 Mar. 2025
Ulta Beauty has used AI since 2018 to enhance its data and tailor its marketing approach based on shopping habits, Mahoney said.
—Tyne Phillips Mocek, Axios, 12 Mar. 2025
Mikelle Street, WWD, 3 Feb. 2025
These devices track everything from muscle activity to sleep patterns, providing critical data that help tailor countermeasures to individual needs.
—Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 1 Mar. 2025
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Verb
Providers offer personalized assessments within their scope of practice to tailor a plan to fit your needs.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Health, 13 Mar. 2025
Ulta Beauty has used AI since 2018 to enhance its data and tailor its marketing approach based on shopping habits, Mahoney said.
—Tyne Phillips Mocek, Axios, 12 Mar. 2025
Noun
The silk-wolk blend suit was designed by Jackson and created by his in-house tailors.
—Mikelle Street, WWD, 3 Feb. 2025
These devices track everything from muscle activity to sleep patterns, providing critical data that help tailor countermeasures to individual needs.
—Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 1 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailor
Verb
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This is a threshold amount adjusted annually for inflation (currently $64,000 in 2025).—
Virginia La Torre Jeker, J.D.,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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What makes this product truly unique is its innovative technology – the formula starts off as a grey tint, then adjusts to seamlessly match your skin tone, providing a flawless finish.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Crews are replacing the existing bridge decks, doing resurfacing work, installing new lighting, and replacing storm sewers and noise barriers as part of the $27.4 million project, Castaneda said.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2025
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Based on service averages, this would increase utility bills from $224 per month -- including $28 for water and the rest being for sewer, electric and garbage services -- to $252, with $56 for water.—
Thomas Saccente,
arkansasonline.com,
11 Mar. 2025
Verb
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People adapt their travel plans as Europe drives Americans – and global travelers in general – away due to rising costs.—
Food Drink Life,
The Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2025
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Hospitals must adapt to new engagement strategies that cater to these changing expectations while ensuring excellence like before—or perhaps better than before.—
Dr. Fatih Mehmet Gul,
Newsweek,
10 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Users can choose from four different levels of the vocal removal tool, enabling them to fully retain the original singer’s vocals or completely remove them to suit more confident karaoke artists.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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Gaga’s powerful delivery propels the track forward, but in the second verse, the production contracts to suit Ariana’s gentle coo.—
Kristen S. Hé,
Vulture,
19 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The difference, while unnoticeable to the untrained eye, was a detail the seamster wanted to get right.—
Cassandra Jaramillo,
Dallas News,
2 Feb. 2021
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Gilbert Baker is the seamster responsible for creating the most enduring symbol of the LGBTQ rights movement: the rainbow flag.—
Tim Fitzsimons,
NBC News,
3 June 2019
Verb
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Such policies may compel Muslim employees to choose between adhering to their religious values or conforming to professional standards that do not reflect their cultural and religious identity, potentially leading to perceptions of unprofessionalism.—
Aparna Rae,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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This loan is available for both conforming and jumbo loan amounts and consists of two phases: construction and permanent loan.—
Kayla Mai,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The public and private organization is launching in France, an initiative that targets all players across the French textile supply chain including brands, collection agencies, recyclers and weavers.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
17 Mar. 2025
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Visionary collaborations among designers, weavers, and dyers gave avant-garde zing to an Ancien Régime medium.—
Brian T. Allen,
National Review,
27 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Yemeni coffeehouses put an emphasis on the aesthetics of the space.—
Hira Qureshi,
Bon Appétit,
18 Mar. 2025
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This time, Lowe was in his front yard, putting his kids in the car with his parents.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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“Tailor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailor. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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