the cloth
noun
: Christian priests and ministers : clergy
He has great respect for the cloth.
He is a man of the cloth.
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Grease and Food Stains Wet a microfiber cloth with hot water and place a dab of dishwashing liquid on the cloth.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 4 Mar. 2026
For best results, bury ¼ to ½ inch hardware cloth so that 1 foot of the cloth is exposed above the soil line.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2026
The thought of kissing the cloth is revolting.
—Literary Hub, 4 Mar. 2026
During the design process, the women use embroidery, applique and patchwork techniques, along with dyes, to then embellish the cloth.
—Virginia Brown, Charlotte Observer, 24 Feb. 2026
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 4 Mar. 2026
For best results, bury ¼ to ½ inch hardware cloth so that 1 foot of the cloth is exposed above the soil line.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2026
The thought of kissing the cloth is revolting.
—Literary Hub, 4 Mar. 2026
During the design process, the women use embroidery, applique and patchwork techniques, along with dyes, to then embellish the cloth.
—Virginia Brown, Charlotte Observer, 24 Feb. 2026
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“The cloth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20cloth. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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