Definition of textilenext
as in cloth
a woven or knitted material (as of cotton or nylon) brought back a whole suitcase of beautiful textiles from India

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Recent Examples of textile Separately, the nonprofit Association of Industries of Haiti, which represents textile companies in the area, sent a letter expressing alarm over the deteriorating security situation. Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 11 May 2026 If your layout isn’t conducive to an L-shape, the chaise-less silhouette in a gray performance textile is also 30% off (with the also marked down matching ottoman available to add-on). Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 11 May 2026 Incorporating jewel tones, layered textiles, and curved designs into your home are all easy ways to get started. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026 The Cloudsteppers feature a lightweight textile upper for toe flexibility, a bouncy outsole for shock absorption, and cushion-soft footbeds for cozy comfort. Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for textile
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  • Robots learn cloth folding Alongside the digital twin technology, FANUC demonstrated a dual-arm robotic system that learns to fold T-shirts using NVIDIA’s Isaac GR00T N robot foundation model.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 15 May 2026
  • Use a mop or a damp cloth, rather than sweeping.
    Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 15 May 2026
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  • This gorgeous blue athletic one is designed with a mid-rise elastic waistband that offers a flexible yet secure fit and a lightweight, breathable performance fabric that moves with you.
    Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2026
  • The trend research also feeds into factory preparedness, as facilities platform fabrics in the anticipated textile and color trends for major season moments.
    Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 18 May 2026

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“Textile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/textile. Accessed 19 May. 2026.

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