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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
Wet wiping cloths sitting next to a handwash sink needed to be in a bucket of sanitizer solution when not being used to wipe.
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David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 8 June 2026
Depending on the quality, most bath towels should be replaced every 2 to 5 years (wash cloths and hand towels, every 1 to 2 years).
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 7 June 2026
Droz recommends using a multi-purpose cleaner and two clean microfiber cleaning cloths, or a sponge in place of one of the microfiber cloths.
—Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 3 June 2026
Cotton cloths and feather dusters tend to stir dust up and redistribute it.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 3 June 2026
The credit card purchases, most of which were itemized on city records as office supplies, included gifts and decorations for family birthday parties, women’s, men’s and children’s clothing; $19,000 in groceries, children’s toys, cosmetics, a bed linens, table cloths and home decorations.
—Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 2 June 2026
Its tables don white cloths, sitting on old wood floors.
—Kansas City Star, 1 June 2026
According to the notice, if the toy has been ruptured or pierced, or if sand has escaped the toy, Orb Factory has directed consumers to put on a mask and gloves and use damp cloths to pick up any sand that has leaked out.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 28 May 2026
Sanitizing Keyboards That's not all microfiber cloths can do in the home office.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 27 May 2026
David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 8 June 2026
Depending on the quality, most bath towels should be replaced every 2 to 5 years (wash cloths and hand towels, every 1 to 2 years).
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 7 June 2026
Droz recommends using a multi-purpose cleaner and two clean microfiber cleaning cloths, or a sponge in place of one of the microfiber cloths.
—Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 3 June 2026
Cotton cloths and feather dusters tend to stir dust up and redistribute it.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 3 June 2026
The credit card purchases, most of which were itemized on city records as office supplies, included gifts and decorations for family birthday parties, women’s, men’s and children’s clothing; $19,000 in groceries, children’s toys, cosmetics, a bed linens, table cloths and home decorations.
—Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 2 June 2026
Its tables don white cloths, sitting on old wood floors.
—Kansas City Star, 1 June 2026
According to the notice, if the toy has been ruptured or pierced, or if sand has escaped the toy, Orb Factory has directed consumers to put on a mask and gloves and use damp cloths to pick up any sand that has leaked out.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 28 May 2026
Sanitizing Keyboards That's not all microfiber cloths can do in the home office.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cloths
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Once again bringing together d’Adda’s rare and precious fabrics with Louboutin’s iconic silhouettes, the collection mirrors the designers’ ongoing creative exchange.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
11 June 2026
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With shorter hemlines, thinner straps and breezy fabrics, choosing the right shapewear becomes more about smart design.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2026
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Be sure to check out Bee reporter Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado’s newcomer’s guide to Sacramento’s LGBTQ bars, churches, drag shows and more.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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It was designed by Henry Schlacks, a renowned Chicago architect known for the design of many churches.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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Notably, Hess said, the latest tranche of tariffs, levied under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, targets countries such as Bangladesh, China, India and Vietnam—all key manufacturing hubs where the bulk of the world’s textiles are produced.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Footwear News,
10 June 2026
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Other works include wearable pieces that are embroidered and feature patchwork to reflect the artist’s culture and heritage, sculptures made of textiles, a fabric book, puppets and more.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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“Cloths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloths. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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