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as in clergy
the group ordained to perform clerical functions in the Christian church
he's a member of the cloth, but that doesn't keep him from enjoying a stiff drink every now and then
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Recent Examples of cloth
Dry the glass with a clean microfiber cloth to help prevent streaks.
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Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 18 June 2026
Most others resort to cloth and other homemade alternatives, advocates say.
—Sana Noor Haq, CNN Money, 16 June 2026
Use a damp microfiber cloth and distilled water.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
Use a microfiber cloth, Magic Eraser, or a soft terry cloth to apply the mixture to your appliances.
—Mallory Carra, The Spruce, 16 June 2026
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Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 18 June 2026
Most others resort to cloth and other homemade alternatives, advocates say.
—Sana Noor Haq, CNN Money, 16 June 2026
Use a damp microfiber cloth and distilled water.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
Use a microfiber cloth, Magic Eraser, or a soft terry cloth to apply the mixture to your appliances.
—Mallory Carra, The Spruce, 16 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for cloth
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cloth
Noun
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Antiques mix with more contemporary wallpapers and fabrics, creating a comfortably eclectic vibe.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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The breathable fabric is ideal for hot, humid days whether stateside or abroad.—
Sarah DiMuro,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
Noun
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At the Dadar Athornan Institute, a boarding seminary for Zoroastrian boys, Ramiyar Karanjia gathers with his students to train the faith’s next generation of clergy.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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Since the diocese’s founding in 1976, clergy members and archivists have curated unique pieces of Orange County history to preserve its culture and faith.—
Lillian Ashworth,
Oc Register,
18 June 2026
Noun
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The site will be largely dedicated to inkjet printing technologies for fashion and home textiles, flanking the existing textile division at the Kufstein complex.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
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New ground-floor food, beverage and entertainment offerings — operated by Hibernian Hospitality — are coming to the 1900s-era building, which previously housed a furniture factory, textile mill and even an automobile storage facility for soldiers’ cars during World War II.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
23 June 2026
Noun
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Mia Tomašić attends the church with her family, who regularly attend the events.—
Julianna Mejia,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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Members of Rischar’s hometown church in Lancaster have also rallied to raise funds to ease the costs of housing and final arrangements for Rischar’s wife, Rebecca, who was a stay-at-home mother.—
Reeti Malhotra,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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“Cloth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloth. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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