textiles

Definition of textilesnext
plural of textile
as in fabrics
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 textiles Ross is known for incorporating unexpected elements, such as vintage baguette boards and tennis racquets, into her displays, mixing them with black-and-white photography, masks, and framed textiles. Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026 The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) has selected a Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) to enact the law, which mandates that producers of textiles and apparel pay into a system to keep waste out of landfills. Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 2 Mar. 2026 Bigham encourages clients to find a couch or other anchor piece that is comfortable, attractive and fits their space, then layer in complementary seating, side tables and textiles. Kelley Bruss, Dallas Morning News, 26 Feb. 2026 These items include old letters, sketchbooks, textiles, embroidery, recipe cards, and other homemade objects. Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2026 Somoza’s restaurant meanders through vintage timberwork, with indigo textiles, modern ceramics, and valley views. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2026 For the daunted, London designer Anna Haines recommends balancing it with natural materials (like linen, timber, and vintage textiles) to soften its intensity. Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 25 Feb. 2026 Consider swapping out heavy, hard-to-clean textiles for machine-washable options that make maintenance effortless. ABC News, 25 Feb. 2026 Habitat Home decor, locally made artisan items, one-of-a-kind gifts, ceramics, art, textiles, and more are stylishly displayed at this shop founded by a retired Marine. Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for textiles
Noun
  • Choose cooling fabrics and styles, like cotton skirts, flowy blouses, or linen shorts, that easily elevate outfits without sacrificing comfort.
    Irene Richardson, InStyle, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Compared with rigid metal meshes, CNTF fabrics showed more uniform heating behavior and fewer hot spots.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Keeping cabinets looking new is easy with vinegar, soft microfiber cloths, and regular maintenance.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 4 Mar. 2026
  • No matter the sanitizer strength or over strength, cloths not resting in the bucks remains a violation.
    David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2026

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“Textiles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/textiles. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.

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