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Recent Examples of wool
To do so, definitely stay away from abrasive cleaners like wool scrubbers, and choose gentle cleaners instead.
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Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 16 May 2025
The last time anyone saw the Franklin expedition was when Inuit hunters encountered starving sailors dragging a lifeboat across the ice in Washington Bay, clad in wool rather than furs.
—Alec Luhn, Scientific American, 20 May 2025
The pallium, a liturgical vestment made of wool from lambs raised by Trappist monks, symbolizes the pope’s role as the shepherd of the faithful; the pope’s pallium is worn on the shoulders, fastened with three pins resembling the nails of the cross, according to the National Catholic Reporter.
—Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 17 May 2025
The cover is made from breathable, natural cotton and is followed by a layer of flame-retardant wool for optimal cooling properties.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 15 May 2025
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Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 16 May 2025
The last time anyone saw the Franklin expedition was when Inuit hunters encountered starving sailors dragging a lifeboat across the ice in Washington Bay, clad in wool rather than furs.
—Alec Luhn, Scientific American, 20 May 2025
The pallium, a liturgical vestment made of wool from lambs raised by Trappist monks, symbolizes the pope’s role as the shepherd of the faithful; the pope’s pallium is worn on the shoulders, fastened with three pins resembling the nails of the cross, according to the National Catholic Reporter.
—Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 17 May 2025
The cover is made from breathable, natural cotton and is followed by a layer of flame-retardant wool for optimal cooling properties.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wool
Noun
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Even tucked in a cover, your duvet is exposed to particles of skin, dust, oil, sweat, pet hair, and more, requiring just as much attention in your cleaning routine as other bedding and linens.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
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None of Chandler's DNA was found at the murder scene, nor were any fibers found from her clothing, or any of her hair.—
Ruth Chenetz,
CBS News,
31 May 2025
Noun
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The English cream is a variation of the standard and much-loved golden retriever, characterized by a coat that ranges in color from light cream to almost white.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 June 2025
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Two bulls, each weighing over 1,300 pounds, ram heads and jab horns as their muscles ripple under velvety coats.—
Chang W. Lee,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
Noun
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The inside has supersoft paneling, almost reminiscent of a light fleece.—
Dory Zayas,
Glamour,
27 May 2025
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Lined with a soft fleece, these sweatpants have a small OKC Thunder logo on one side.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
21 May 2025
Noun
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Sora nailed the adorable close-up details, Bella’s floppy ears, the texture of the fur, the light hitting the waves.—
Kim Komando,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2025
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No amount of vacuuming and brushing is a match for the almighty dog fur!—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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“Wool.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wool. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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