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as in fabric
a woven or knitted material (as of cotton or nylon) cotton canvas was the cloth traditionally used for a ship's sails

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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 In 1872, the company’s offerings would be expanded to include cloth, flannel, and wool blankets. Jim Vinoski, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025 Both the bag and the strap can be spot cleaned with a damp cloth. Clint Davis, People.com, 27 May 2025 Dust and/or vacuum: Use a dry microfiber cloth or telescoping microfiber duster to dust the cabinet fronts before applying liquid cleaning agents. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 May 2025 Along with the exclusive stamp, each sunglass frame comes with a custom case, a cleaning cloth, and a box for safe storage. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 29 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for cloth
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  • Its thick padding offers a luxurious and supportive feel, and the fabric is water-resistant.
    Jacqueline Tempera, People.com, 7 June 2025
  • The tent body is made of 75-denier ripstop nylon for durability at the base and floor, with 20-denier nylon mesh and 40-denier rainfly (all fabrics are bluesign approved).
    Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 7 June 2025
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  • Following Trump’s latest victory, White-Cain became the first female clergy member to pray at a presidential inauguration and now serves as the first female primary spiritual adviser to a U.S. president.
    Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 6 June 2025
  • Ukraine’s foreign ministry in April also accused Russia of religious oppression in occupied territories, where hundreds of churches have been destroyed, and some 67 clergy members killed since the start of the war.
    Caitlin McFall, FOXNews.com, 5 June 2025
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  • Similarly, textile and interior designer Flora Soames also created a modern take on antique fabrics.
    Sarah Wood González, Architectural Digest, 10 June 2025
  • Spaces are splashed with theatrical geometric tiled floors, striped textiles, golden wall sconces, and ostrich feather chandeliers, while floor-to-ceiling windows show off ocean views.
    Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 9 June 2025
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  • Mustain served at Preston Trail from 2019 to 2023, according to a statement on the church’s website.
    Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 June 2025
  • The church emerged as a safe haven because Pastor Brutus, who had ministered for 50 years and given refuge to some of the more than 1 million Haitians who have been displaced by the violence, had attained hero status.
    Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 3 June 2025

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“Cloth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloth. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.

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