fabric

1
as in cloth
a woven or knitted material (as of cotton or nylon) a fabric that is supposed to repel rain while at the same time allowing the wearer's perspiration to escape

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as in structure
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form you can't expect the fabric of society to survive if you do away with all moral imperatives

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Recent Examples of fabric Steam cleaning fabric surfaces kills dust mites and bacteria. Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2025 As for fabric, waterproof canvas and breathable mesh will stand up to the elements and keep you comfortable. Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 12 July 2025 With lumbar support, a footrest, breathable fabric, and nearly a dozen different colors, the GTPlayer gaming chair is nearly 43% off, at $108.99 (in black, other colors vary in discounts). PC Magazine, 11 July 2025 Its stretchy fabric is not see-through and can be tossed into the washing machine on laundry day. Clint Davis, People.com, 1 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for fabric
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Noun
  • Paint pots white, drape them in shade cloth in burlap to reduce heat buildup.
    Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 July 2025
  • Clean frequently used toasters every two to four weeks by emptying and wiping out the crumb tray and cleaning the exterior, including knobs and other controls, with a damp cloth and mild dish soap.
    Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2025
Noun
  • Recruitment: Writing job descriptions can be an arduous task, but by creating a first draft with AI, HR leaders can focus on more strategic tasks, such as maximizing the company’s organizational structure to best support teams.
    Julie Hoagland, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
  • This is a time to let go of outdated beliefs or structures that are no longer serving your higher purpose.
    Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2025
Noun
  • The second in the Turkish yard’s 50-meter series has a curved central staircase that focuses the interior, also incorporating natural woods, polished metals, and textiles drawn into a cohesive interior by Italy’s Hot Lab design studio.
    Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 7 July 2025
  • Poiret designed costumes, interiors, and textiles; he was involved in education (through Martine), gastronomy, publishing, art, theater, and entertaining.
    Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 7 July 2025
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  • While Nvidia’s new NVLink Fusion will allow non-Nvidia CPUs and GPUs to participate in the Nvidia rack-scale architecture, hardware vendors and hyperscalers will continue to seek an open fabric alternative to an ecosystem controlled by a single firm.
    Karl Freund, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
  • Global design firm Populous led the architecture and interior design of the redevelopment, streamlining the passenger flow for arrivals and introducing more natural materials and a sense of place.
    AFAR Media, AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
Noun
  • But there’s no framework for any kind of parallel discussion about the fears or the safety of Muslim New Yorkers.
    Hanif Abdurraqib, New Yorker, 13 July 2025
  • Advertisement Use a structured approach Leveraging a framework can ease your nerves and improve the effectiveness of your toast.
    Matt Abrahams, Time, 12 July 2025

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“Fabric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fabric. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

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