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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
Leave those wash cloths and hand towels behind.
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Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
Dell carved out a niche for herself with her one-of-a-kind VÈVÈ creations featuring vivid color beads, cloths and even sisal rooted in the Vodou culture.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
Along the Coromandel Coast, fishermen wear lungis—cotton cloths folded and tied at the waist—that are made of handwoven muslin and dyed in checks of multiple colors.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 31 Mar. 2026
Rinse your scrubber and squeegee blade frequently, and swap out cloths when they get saturated.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 30 Mar. 2026
There, these functional artworks — from clerical vestments and altar cloths to lamps, reliquaries and vessels for the performance of the Mass — made distant European rulers present in the liturgical life of Christianity’s most sacred site.
—Sarah Kozlowski, Dallas Morning News, 21 Mar. 2026
But New York’s food scene isn’t defined by tasting menus and white table cloths.
—Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Mar. 2026
Some people even opt to wear grave clothes, which in many religious contexts refer to linen cloths wrapped around the deceased and symbolize life after death.
—Julia Ries Wexler, Outside, 12 Mar. 2026
Keeping cabinets looking new is easy with vinegar, soft microfiber cloths, and regular maintenance.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 4 Mar. 2026
Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
Dell carved out a niche for herself with her one-of-a-kind VÈVÈ creations featuring vivid color beads, cloths and even sisal rooted in the Vodou culture.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
Along the Coromandel Coast, fishermen wear lungis—cotton cloths folded and tied at the waist—that are made of handwoven muslin and dyed in checks of multiple colors.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 31 Mar. 2026
Rinse your scrubber and squeegee blade frequently, and swap out cloths when they get saturated.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 30 Mar. 2026
There, these functional artworks — from clerical vestments and altar cloths to lamps, reliquaries and vessels for the performance of the Mass — made distant European rulers present in the liturgical life of Christianity’s most sacred site.
—Sarah Kozlowski, Dallas Morning News, 21 Mar. 2026
But New York’s food scene isn’t defined by tasting menus and white table cloths.
—Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Mar. 2026
Some people even opt to wear grave clothes, which in many religious contexts refer to linen cloths wrapped around the deceased and symbolize life after death.
—Julia Ries Wexler, Outside, 12 Mar. 2026
Keeping cabinets looking new is easy with vinegar, soft microfiber cloths, and regular maintenance.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 4 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cloths
Noun
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Across all three concepts, there is a focus on natural elements in the design, from wood to stone, as well as touches of textured fabrics and leather.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
9 Apr. 2026
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Japanese fabrics made with 100 percent cotton are used throughout the line.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Sheets and blankets These breathable, moisture-wicking sheets and blankets are made with textiles that help regulate body temperature and keep you cool all night.—
Casey DelBasso,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2026
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These biocides are added to many common household products, including antibacterial hand soaps, disinfecting wipes, spray cleaners, laundry sanitizers, textiles and personal care products, the researchers noted.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Clients included a large grocer, churches and a South Side night club, Ruffin said.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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Gifted by wise men to the baby Jesus — and burned as incense in churches and temples around the world.—
Scott Horsley,
NPR,
9 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Cloths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloths. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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