cloths

plural of cloth
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as in fabrics
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 clergies
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 Set two more microfiber cloths nearby for polishing. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2025 Bag shapes took cues from shells, fishing baskets and Japanese furoshiki, traditional wrapping cloths. Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025 The finest olive oils, cloths, leather goods and items imported from all around the Mediterranean would’ve been on sale here. Barry Neild, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2025 Wet wiping cloths that should’ve been in a sanitzing solution sat on sushi prep area cutting boards. David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 22 Sep. 2025 Tables were spread out below with white cloths in a clearing before the wood. Cynthia Zarin, Harpers Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025 Head to Amazon now to snag Wright’s Copper Cream to make your pieces sparkle, plus shop copper cookware, non-abrasive sponges, and microfiber cloths to add extra shine to your products. Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2025 Using ironing cloths and a few leaves leftover from raking your yard, iron the leaves onto 8-by-8-inch squares of wax paper. Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2025 Pulled out the bassinet and the burp cloths. Samantha Browning Shea september 10, Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2025
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Noun
  • Think breathable fabrics, layers for changing temperatures, and slip-on shoes for security lines.
    Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2025
  • Each textured toy is perfectly sized for little hands to explore their tactile surfaces, adorned with ribbons and crinkly fabrics.
    Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
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  • Non-reusable textiles (otherwise known as NRTs) are of particular interest, underscored by ACT UK’s report that the region discards 740,000 metric tons of NRT every year.
    Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Oct. 2025
  • Warm colors and architectural paneling harmonize the two floors, while ceramics by Martin and textiles repurposed from Wilkinson’s film projects—including fabric from Aladdin—layer the home with stories.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2025
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  • His new book paints a varied portrait through courtyards, alleyways and community buildings, whether clan associations or methodist churches, that have offered refuge and camaraderie to generations of Asian diasporas.
    Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Caleb Combs, a pastor with The River Church and a spokesman for its churches, said Sanford and his family came to an event where individuals who are ready to be baptized can receive the sacrament.
    Keith Matheny, Freep.com, 1 Oct. 2025

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“Cloths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloths. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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