as in cloth
a woven or knitted material (as of cotton or nylon) brought back a whole suitcase of beautiful textiles from India

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Recent Examples of textile Meanwhile, in Souq Waqif, the smell of saffron lingers as beautiful falcons perch beside handwoven textiles. Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025 Baptiste’s eponymous label fuses the designer’s Haitian heritage, streetwear inclinations, and his experimental textile work. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 22 Aug. 2025 The new tariffs, now among the steepest levied by the U.S. on any trading partner, strike directly at sectors central to India's export economy such as textiles and leather goods, which together accounted for $18.3 billion of exports to the U.S. in 2024. Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Aug. 2025 The plan will also look for better strategies to reach a statewide 50% recycling rate and manage waste materials, including recyclables, organics, e-waste, textiles, construction and demolition debris, and emerging waste streams. Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for textile
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Noun
  • An in-use wiping cloth should still be wet and somewhat clean from being in a sanitizing solution when at rest.
    David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Spills can be blotted (never rubbed) with a dry cloth since the fabric is non-absorptive, and for more stubborn stains, dry cleaning is recommended.
    Zoë Sessums, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The scoop neckline and midi length are universally flattering, and the fabric is soft and breathable enough for a flight.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Ideal for all seasons, the pants offer four-way stretch, moisture wicking fabric, and chafe-free seams.
    Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2025

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“Textile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/textile. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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