1
as in ritual
a usual manner of behaving or doing
it is my custom to have half a bagel and coffee for breakfast
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2
as in tradition
an inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing
the custom around here is that the bride's family pays for the wedding
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as in business
transactions or economic support provided by customers
that restaurant certainly lost my custom after they were cited for health code violations
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as in customized
made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer
that business tycoon wears only custom suits
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Recent Examples of custom
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2025
Among the brands that will be rolling out custom integrations include Google, Domino’s, Ford, Coors Light and Burger King, the latter of which is bowing a new musical highlight package during Sunday’s broadcast of Game 2.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 6 June 2025
Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 25 Mar. 2025
Accenture is currently training 30,000 employees on NVIDIA’s AI software platform and developing a new business division focused on custom AI solutions.
—Olga Lykova, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Select one of the dates and times or enter a custom one.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2025
Among the brands that will be rolling out custom integrations include Google, Domino’s, Ford, Coors Light and Burger King, the latter of which is bowing a new musical highlight package during Sunday’s broadcast of Game 2.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 6 June 2025
Adjective
Pixar drops a big hint The galactic themed indoor launched roller coasters will send riders on an exploratory mission into the uncharted Lego Galaxy in custom Lego spacecraft, according to the backstory for the ride.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 25 Mar. 2025
Accenture is currently training 30,000 employees on NVIDIA’s AI software platform and developing a new business division focused on custom AI solutions.
—Olga Lykova, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for custom
Noun
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When your workday ends, physically close your laptop, turn off work notifications and transition into personal time with intentional rituals.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Different communities worship different icons and have different ways of performing the rituals.—
Foster Klug,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
Noun
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The weeklong beach vacation is a longstanding tradition in many Southern families.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
30 May 2025
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In June, the lodge will welcome Dry Fly Saloon, its on-site restaurant, serving hearty breakfasts and dinners inspired by Montana’s culinary traditions.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
30 May 2025
Noun
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The best businesses are the ones that disrupt themselves before they are disrupted.—
Bryce Hoffman,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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But some storefronts have shuttered as fear has spread, said Marie Jean-Francois, 45, one business owner there.—
Mark Bonamo,
New York Times,
1 June 2025
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He is used to mowing his lawn shirtless and in shorts – especially on hotter days – but recently, what seemed like a harmless habit sparked unexpected drama with his neighbors across the street.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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Over the years, several analysts of Palestinian politics have attempted to game out what would happen should Abbas die in office — a not-unlikely scenario given his age and extensive smoking habit.—
Sean Durns,
The Washington Examiner,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Though this deal brings some uniformity to the rules, states still have separate laws regarding how NIL can be doled out, which could lead to legal challenges.—
Eddie Pells,
Baltimore Sun,
7 June 2025
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Supporters say the new rules are necessary to keep California on track for its climate goals.—
Khaleda Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
Noun
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It was intended to prevent presidents from handing out patronage jobs and filling the administration with political cronies.—
Eileen Sullivan,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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In January 2022, the palace stripped him of his military affiliations and royal patronages.—
Elizabeth Stanton,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Interior designers are now hanging kitchen curtains in bathrooms, laundry rooms, and entryways for a softer, more tailored look.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 May 2025
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The collection avoids rigid standards by mixing tailored silhouettes with combat trousers and chunky sneakers.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
Noun
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All are fodder for her intricate textile works, a parallel practice to her floral-design studio.—
Hannah Martin,
Architectural Digest,
6 June 2025
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Though inhalation abuse is not a new practice, figures cited by CNN show an increase in the number of teens taking part.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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“Custom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/custom. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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