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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The minimalist component, featuring a midcentury design, is tailor-made for the vinyl lover who doesn’t want to skimp on performance but needs a system for an apartment, dorm room, or office—where space is at a premium.
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Robert Ross, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2025
Bellinger’s left-handed swing was tailor-made to play half of his games at Yankee Stadium.
—Chris Kirschner, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
Brook’s powerful, crystal-clear vocals seemed tailor-made for country star Kelsea Ballerini’s team, while Alanna’s airy, soulful delivery added an unexpected layer of depth to the performance.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 18 Mar. 2025
Ultimately Versace has been a label tailor-made for Hollywood since Gianni Versace founded his house and opened an eponymous boutique in Milan in 1978.
—Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Mar. 2025
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Robert Ross, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2025
Bellinger’s left-handed swing was tailor-made to play half of his games at Yankee Stadium.
—Chris Kirschner, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
Brook’s powerful, crystal-clear vocals seemed tailor-made for country star Kelsea Ballerini’s team, while Alanna’s airy, soulful delivery added an unexpected layer of depth to the performance.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 18 Mar. 2025
Ultimately Versace has been a label tailor-made for Hollywood since Gianni Versace founded his house and opened an eponymous boutique in Milan in 1978.
—Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Mar. 2025
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“Tailor-made.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailor-made. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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