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 In the basement, investigators also uncovered a pail filled with bloody cloths, which could have been a key piece of evidence in the case. — Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2026 Liberty is also stocking fabric dust bags, matching cleaning cloths, handwoven envelopes and note cards as part of its service in the new space. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 15 Sep. 2026 Before help arrives, begin cooling the exhausted individual by any means possible, such as spraying them with a garden hose or using cool cloths. — Chad Murphy, USA TODAY, 1 Sep. 2026 The Right Way When cleaning, skip the abrasive sponges for soft cloths and use cleaners specially designed for ceramic cooktops. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2026 Cover loosely with cloths and let rise again; when dough has risen, place pans in preheated 350-degree oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until tops of loaves are light brown. — Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026 Instead of resting in a sanitizing solution, wet wiping cloths sat on a cookline preparation table. — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026 Microfiber cloths, scrub brushes, storage caddies, gloves and specialty cleaning tools all fit that pattern and typically cost far more at big-box retailers or grocery chains. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026 When in doubt, opt for microfiber cloths, soft sponges, or non-abrasive scrubs. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 20 Aug. 2026
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Noun
  • Related Articles The garment was sheer in places, while others were more opaque, as is the nature of most lace fabrics.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 20 Sep. 2026
  • In the 16th century, a dress was also a small fortune made up of fabrics, embroidery, and precious metals.
    — Filippo Iarocci, Vanity Fair, 19 Sep. 2026
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  • The turnout testified to the church’s lasting influence in France despite declining attendance and secularizing trends that have emptied churches across Europe.
    — Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2026
  • College Principal Robert Wafula said the training ensures the correct message is taught to congregations and has helped in other countries such as Rwanda, where the government closed 70 Quaker churches in a recent crackdown led by untrained pastors.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 26 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Laundry can be complicated, as many factors come into play when cleaning and caring for textiles.
    — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Huvis won for its work on chemically recycling polyester from automotive textiles.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026

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“Cloths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloths. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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