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
Fans can join the fun by customizing their own bean cans at yourfamonacan.com, complete with their name and a family recipe.
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Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2025
As such, each part is CNC-machined, and the Fractal Vise is designed to be taken apart and put back together so it can be customized, upgraded or repaired over time.
—New Atlas, 29 Mar. 2025
Maggie Witt, wife of shortstop Bobby Witt Jr., customized her outfit with the help of her Cricut machine.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 28 Mar. 2025
Paradise actress Bloom, 30, opted for the brand's Anemone Floral Basket Diamond Wedding Band in 14K white gold and customized it to include natural diamonds and natural sapphires.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
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Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2025
As such, each part is CNC-machined, and the Fractal Vise is designed to be taken apart and put back together so it can be customized, upgraded or repaired over time.
—New Atlas, 29 Mar. 2025
Maggie Witt, wife of shortstop Bobby Witt Jr., customized her outfit with the help of her Cricut machine.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 28 Mar. 2025
Paradise actress Bloom, 30, opted for the brand's Anemone Floral Basket Diamond Wedding Band in 14K white gold and customized it to include natural diamonds and natural sapphires.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for customize
Verb
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Imagine being able to create a custom executive summary infographic in minutes, tailored to a specific audience, using automation.—
Nora Herting,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Some malls have survived by taking on new lives as entertainment and lifestyle hubs, and by tailoring themselves to fill specific niches.—
Jeremy Duda,
Axios,
7 Apr. 2025
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Entrepreneurs who embrace curiosity, are willing to ask questions, to evolve, to adapt, to push boundaries, and to embrace new solutions, will be successful.—
Margot Machol Bisnow,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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The shift was likely caused by adapting to a smaller landmass with less available food for the elephants.—
Riley Black,
Smithsonian Magazine,
3 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Freaky Friday was based on Mary Rodgers’ 1972 novel, and earned $160 million globally, not adjusted for inflation.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Apr. 2025
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Federal rules allow hospitals to report an estimate, a price range, or a historical rate for their services, while health plans can adjust prices based on factors like the severity of the case, the length of treatment, and a patient’s age.—
Daniel Chang,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Each Boost plan can be modified with Add-Ons for an additional charge.—
Iyaz Akhtar,
PC Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
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The developers talked to drone operators about their combat experience with commercial Chinese thermal imaging cameras and modified their design accordingly.—
David Hambling,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Changing any of this would fundamentally alter the experience in a negative way.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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However, these additions alter tea's nutritional content.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The following interview has been edited and condensed for clarity and length.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
9 Apr. 2025
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At its core, WTR equips organizations with the tools to detect and monitor cultural shifts, ensuring that businesses don’t just survive but thrive in global markets.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA Today,
6 Apr. 2025
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Schools must be equipped and required to implement best practices with fidelity.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Apr. 2025
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“Customize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/customize. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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