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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
Place cold, wet cloths or ice packs on the neck, armpits and groin, and soak clothing with cold water.
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Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 19 June 2025
The ball can be easily popped out for cleaning using a soft cloth or compressed air.
—PC Magazine, 15 June 2025
Other photos from the rehearsal dinner show guests mingling outdoors and large tents housing tables covered in floral cloths and a bar cart covered in empty champagne flutes.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 14 June 2025
The device also features a rolling dimmer switch and comes with accessories like a cleaning cloth and protective pouch.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 6 June 2025
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Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 19 June 2025
The ball can be easily popped out for cleaning using a soft cloth or compressed air.
—PC Magazine, 15 June 2025
Other photos from the rehearsal dinner show guests mingling outdoors and large tents housing tables covered in floral cloths and a bar cart covered in empty champagne flutes.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 14 June 2025
The device also features a rolling dimmer switch and comes with accessories like a cleaning cloth and protective pouch.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 6 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cloth
Noun
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The colours tend to be earthy and dull and, crucially, don’t stick to the fabric and eventually fade.—
Maeve Campbell,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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The family are tied to the very fabric of Leeds United, including Harry, 16, and 19-year-old Archie Gray wearing the shirt in recent years, but Stuart himself had a good career as a pro between 1992 and 2006, playing for Celtic, Reading and Rushden & Diamonds among others.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
Noun
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Despite their contributions and support, this is all in jeopardy, Arana said before attending a prayer vigil for them featuring Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and local clergy on June 10.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
13 June 2025
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Chicago Tribune Many of Madigan’s backers are people with personal or political ties that run long and deep, such as current and former lawmakers, lobbyists, staffers, judges, campaign contributors, ward heelers, labor leaders, clergy and, of course, family.—
Ray Long,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2025
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What Aggarwal does best is to blend traditional Indian craftsmanship with modern designs, and this collection was no different — with his modern reinterpretations of vintage Banarasi textiles.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
24 June 2025
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In the corner, a cowl made of macrame, textiles and yarn adorns a mannequin.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2025
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Legend has it that in 1327, Petrarch caught sight of a fair-haired, married woman named Laura in the church of Saint-Claire and fell head over heels, inspiring ardent daily writings of passion, anguish and ultimately despair.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
28 June 2025
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Sheriff’s officials said a man was stabbed multiple times, and the wounded man staggered into a nearby church.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
28 June 2025
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“Cloth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloth. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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