Verb I had my suit tailored. They tailored the show for younger audiences.
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The move fast Silicon Valley ethos, as well as Swedish capitalists and music fans hungry for content — because of all that, and more, the Spotify origin story has always seemed tailor-made for a juicy drama treatment on a streamer like Netflix. Andy Meek, BGR, 13 Sep. 2022 But based on his previous comments, King Charles III appears ready to set aside his more overt and public campaigning style, even though the present moment seems to have been tailor-made for the new king. Tristan Bove, Fortune, 10 Sep. 2022 Southern Avenue’s inspirational song lyrics and lively blend of vintage Memphis soul, funk, rock, blues and gospel seems tailor-made for a festival designed to promote a sense of community and inclusion. George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Sep. 2022 But there's an easy fix for those who prefer a dress with more coverage — simply bring it to a tailor and ask them to stitch it up so that the opening begins closer to the knee or shin. Jessica Leigh Mattern, PEOPLE.com, 17 June 2022 Premade curtains can also be shortened via hem tape or sewing, or by taking a trip to the tailor. Jennifer Barger, Washington Post, 25 May 2022 Even better than shopping for a new one: drag up mom's old corporate America uniform from the ‘80s and take it to the tailor to give it a 2022 twist. Ana Escalante, Glamour, 26 Mar. 2022 Here's a picnic salad that's tailor-made for a cool fall day. Christopher Michel, Country Living, 24 Aug. 2022 Last month, the Food and Drug Administration granted permission for his younger brother Terry, 27, who lives with muscular dystrophy, to receive a first-of-its-kind gene therapy that was tailor-made for his genetic mutation. Ryan Cross — The Boston Globe, STAT, 22 Aug. 2022
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Gensler added that the SEC can use exemptive authority where possible to help tailor regulations. Marco Quiroz-gutierrez, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2022 Staley said the plan is to tailor a position that best utilizes Van Noy’s skills and knowledge. Jeff Miller, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2022 None of this is meant to dismiss the immense value of having a generationally diverse workforce or is by any means a recommendation that leaders should only tailor themselves to the needs of younger workers. Holger Reisinger, Forbes, 1 June 2022 But rather than going to Hawaii to surf or Nepal to trek, tailor it to you and your budget by picking an unusual location where the activity is offered. Maren Larsen, Outside Online, 4 May 2021 Head to a Board Game Barrister location; their employees are well-versed in games and can tailor their recommendations to your family's interests. Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 1 Sep. 2022 Business leaders must be aware of these and tailor their approach accordingly. Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2022 ZoomInfo mines online sources to help marketers identify specific people within target organizations and tailor their sales pitches to the best prospects.oregonlive, 13 July 2021 The pods are to be equipped with state-of-the-art technology, along with customizable applications that tailor the design and functionality to suit those inside. Tamara Hardingham-gill, CNN, 16 Aug. 2022 See More
Word History
Etymology
Noun
Middle English taillour, from Anglo-French taillur, from tailler, taillier to cut, from Late Latin taliare, from Latin talea plant cutting, thin piece of wood