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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
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.
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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
In our profession, we’re expected to have batches of clean, absorbent microfiber cloths and clean our tools every after a cleaning appointment.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2025
Pulled out the bassinet and the burp cloths.
—Samantha Browning Shea
september 10, Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2025
The restaurant was also dinged after an inspector noticed several wet wiping cloths on counter surfaces.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 4 Sep. 2025
Reduce body temperature with cool cloths or bath.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Aug. 2025
Use a rapid cooling method like immersion in cool water, cold cloths, or packs on the skin.
—Katlein Franca, Verywell Health, 25 Aug. 2025
The sanitizing solution wiping cloths should sit in between uses only water with sanitizer measuring zero.
—David J. Neal
updated August 22, Miami Herald, 22 Aug. 2025
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
In our profession, we’re expected to have batches of clean, absorbent microfiber cloths and clean our tools every after a cleaning appointment.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2025
Pulled out the bassinet and the burp cloths.
—Samantha Browning Shea
september 10, Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2025
The restaurant was also dinged after an inspector noticed several wet wiping cloths on counter surfaces.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 4 Sep. 2025
Reduce body temperature with cool cloths or bath.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Aug. 2025
Use a rapid cooling method like immersion in cool water, cold cloths, or packs on the skin.
—Katlein Franca, Verywell Health, 25 Aug. 2025
The sanitizing solution wiping cloths should sit in between uses only water with sanitizer measuring zero.
—David J. Neal
updated August 22, Miami Herald, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cloths
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The collection includes the straight-leg Teddy in rigid and stretch fabrics; the ’90s inspired Gus with a relaxed and slouchy fit; the Jackson, a barrel-leg jean with a V-waist; the Kyle, a stretch flare; and the Leo, a straight-meets-barrel silhouette with a high rise.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
12 Sep. 2025
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In 2020, for example, Etro brought its signature colorful touch to Milan’s iconic Four Seasons Hotel, customizing the hotel’s sophisticated garden by setting up the world’s first EtroGarden, decorated with sofas, armchairs and cushions covered with the brand’s vibrant paisley fabrics.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Jackie Kennedy wore Marimekko dresses on the campaign trail; Georgia O’Keeffe collected its textiles; Japan has long embraced the brand as a philosophy of living.—
Stephan Rabimov,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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In the last quarter, the partnership has facilitated recovery of more than 26,600 kilograms of textiles from 23 hotels and initiated conversations with 12 hotel groups in Delhi.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Sourcing Journal,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Eaton has been bringing unique worship experiences to a variety of churches since 2010.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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To this end, the Kansas City Election Board has mostly relied on existing relationships with schools, churches and libraries.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Cloths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloths. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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