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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 tailoring
Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 12 Dec. 2024
At Sotheby’s Old Masters and 19th-century paintings evening sale last Thursday, UK chairman Harry Dalmeny fielded bids from potential buyers with wispy silver crowns and bespoke pinstriped tailoring.
—George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 11 Dec. 2024
Since then, until now, the offer has been free tailoring for a year, with a date-stamp on the receipt and inside the garment pocket.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 13 Jan. 2025
When worn with tailoring or a feminine skirt, a windbreaker or anorak adds a level of in-the-know contrast, but these pieces will look just a cool in your off-duty ensembles.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2025
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Noun
While many recovering hipsters left their slouchy beanies in their 2013 dorm rooms, the Olsen twins have remained devoted to the cozy winter accessory, which serves to add an additional touch of warmth to layered looks of sumptuous knitwear and oversized tailoring, regardless of the season.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 12 Dec. 2024
At Sotheby’s Old Masters and 19th-century paintings evening sale last Thursday, UK chairman Harry Dalmeny fielded bids from potential buyers with wispy silver crowns and bespoke pinstriped tailoring.
—George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 11 Dec. 2024
Since then, until now, the offer has been free tailoring for a year, with a date-stamp on the receipt and inside the garment pocket.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 13 Jan. 2025
When worn with tailoring or a feminine skirt, a windbreaker or anorak adds a level of in-the-know contrast, but these pieces will look just a cool in your off-duty ensembles.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tailoring
Noun
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Jennifer Lopez conjured up the couture for the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
26 Jan. 2025
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Her glamorous sound, fiery technique and sharp musicality, served up with impish charm and slinky couture, reliably cause runs on the box office.—
Corinna da Fonseca-Wollheim,
New York Times,
24 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The complication only needs adjusting every 122 years—an ageless classic bursting with joie de vivre just like Goldblum.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
6 Jan. 2025
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The country’s intelligence service concluded the app posed national security risks and was used by Russia for disinformation, cyberattacks, hacking, spreading malware, location tracking and adjusting missile strikes.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
The Denver Post,
4 Jan. 2025
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His story emphasizes the importance of versatile tools in fostering creativity and adapting to ever-evolving demands.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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In adapting this game that takes place between Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade, there seems to be a lot of freedom in terms of exploring iconic and new locales or adding more to Indiana Jones’ personality.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
23 Dec. 2024
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At Louis Vuitton, men’s creative director Pharrell Williams teamed up with Nigo, the designer of LVMH fashion stablemate Kenzo and founder of Japanese fashion brand A Bathing Ape, to co-design a collection that merged workwear and sportswear.—
Alice Pfeiffer,
CNN,
28 Jan. 2025
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Notably, dresses and sportswear will also be a part.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
27 Jan. 2025
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Brooklyn-born, Davidson Petit-Frère has built a suiting empire that caters to a prestigious clientele ranging from Hollywood celebrities to global leaders.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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Related Articles Kidman favored power suiting with a dose of pinstripes.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
17 Dec. 2024
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That’s the case at Walmart right now, where hundreds of trending pieces of clothing, outerwear, shoes, and accessories are discounted by up to 72 percent.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
24 Jan. 2025
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Instead, the focus was two-fold: timeless style featuring classic fabrics like shearling, leather and denim; and high-performance outerwear that innovated with cutting-edge materials.—
Scarlett Conlon,
CNN,
22 Jan. 2025
Verb
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When done correctly, the result should increasingly feel like working 1-1 with an instructor, but without the inconvenience of conforming to the instructor's schedule or competing for time and attention with other students.—
Ray Ravaglia,
Forbes,
16 Dec. 2024
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When faced with differences, individuals are likely to respond in one of three ways—by conforming and agreeing with the other person, seeking their validation or distancing themselves altogether.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
11 Dec. 2024
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Her easy ensemble proved that a few simple tweaks can make closet staples feel brand new.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
30 Jan. 2025
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Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors Lisa Rinna's shocking look is making headlines again — this time for her bold new ensemble in Paris.—
Jane LaCroix,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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“Tailoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tailoring. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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