fabrics

plural of fabric
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as in textiles
a woven or knitted material (as of cotton or nylon) a fabric that is supposed to repel rain while at the same time allowing the wearer's perspiration to escape

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as in architectures
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form you can't expect the fabric of society to survive if you do away with all moral imperatives

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Recent Examples of fabrics For the children’s floor, the designer chose bright rugs, fabrics, and wall paints. Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 5 Sep. 2026 The tote is part of the GapBag Collection, a new line that draws on Gap’s signature silhouettes, fabrics and details. Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2026 The site recommends breathable fabrics like cotton, avoiding heavy blankets that trap heat, and using a cold compress or a warm sitz bath before bed to ease irritation. Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026 Best Vuori Leggings Deals Vuori is known for its buttery-soft fabrics and stretchy, supportive leggings that stay in place through even the sweatiest, toughest workouts. Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2026 This has pushed scientists to look for new, more sustainable materials that could replace conventional synthetic fabrics. Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026 Machine drying saves time and space while softening fabrics like jeans for a more comfortable feel. Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 3 Sep. 2026 Outdated decor makes a space feel neglected, so refresh fabrics, lighting, and colors for a modern vibe. Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2026 Red walls, heavy draperies with swags and fringe, and jacquard fabrics with gold accents could be found in many homes. Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2026
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  • Overall, Oeko-Tex issued 60,495 certificates and labels for textiles and fibers meeting their standards, an increase of 5 percent over last year.
    Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026
  • There are also reams of delicate textiles, artfully gathered, ruched, scored, and creased (designs can be machine-birthed and hand-finished, and vice versa).
    Clare Coulson, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Sep. 2026
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  • Formally verified by the European Solar Test Installation (ESTI), this benchmark shows the technical progress in scaling up high-efficiency thin-film architectures beyond sub-centimeter laboratory devices.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Looped Transformers are just one of several new architectures researchers are considering to make AI models more efficient but which can destroy all or some of a model’s chain of thought.
    Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 3 Sep. 2026
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  • 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
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  • Alongside safety protocols, new liability frameworks are being looked at so that commercial nuclear ships can be insured at reasonable market rates.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Models and orchestration frameworks are commoditizing rapidly.
    Gopi Duddi, Forbes.com, 4 Sep. 2026
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  • The difference may stem from the very different structures and bonding found in the two superconductors.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2026
  • Aside from the accessible play structures and equipment, Empowerment Park has group picnic and BBQ areas, community garden beds, accessible off-street and disabled parking, shade structures and self-cleaning restrooms.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2026

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“Fabrics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fabrics. Accessed 11 Sep. 2026.

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