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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 cloths
The restaurant violated 18 standards, including an employee wearing a watch while preparing food and soiled wiping cloths on prep surfaces.
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Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 31 Oct. 2025
The second mistake homeowners often make when cleaning their windows is using a paper towel or newspaper instead of microfiber cloths and a squeegee.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
Use mulch, frost cloths, and windbreaks to shield plants from frost and freezing temperatures.
—William Jones, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
Wiping cloths are supposed to sit in sanitizing solution when not in use.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 17 Oct. 2025
Shake out microfiber cloths outdoors to release dust and lint before washing them.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2025
Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 31 Oct. 2025
The second mistake homeowners often make when cleaning their windows is using a paper towel or newspaper instead of microfiber cloths and a squeegee.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
Use mulch, frost cloths, and windbreaks to shield plants from frost and freezing temperatures.
—William Jones, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
Wiping cloths are supposed to sit in sanitizing solution when not in use.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 17 Oct. 2025
Shake out microfiber cloths outdoors to release dust and lint before washing them.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cloths
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The collections, which encompass furnishing fabrics, wall coverings and trimmings, mark his second collaboration with the global lifestyle brand headquartered in Thailand.—
Bambina Wise,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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Santi leaned heavily into fabrics and décor from Italian brands Minotti, Paolo Castelli, Casamilano, Foglizzo, Dedar, Rubelli, and Maria Flora for both the interior and exterior.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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While exploring the waterfront, don’t miss the WaterShed and Alfred Gallery Mall, which showcase artisan crafts, jewelry, textiles, and more.—
Emily Baldwin,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
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Bokser created the Vermillion collection to address the need for eco-friendly textiles in hospitality settings.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Nov. 2025
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Pastel greens, pinks, and yellows, terra-cotta roofs, antique churches, and cobblestoned streets showcase colonial architecture shaped by Portuguese and Dutch influences.—
Aaron Randolph,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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Kinloch and Sheffield both ran robust campaigns that involved reaching voters through neighborhood canvassing, visits to churches and senior homes, along with billboards and countless ads.—
Violet Ikonomova,
Freep.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Cloths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloths. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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