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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
Three wet wiping cloths sat on the prep table instead of in the sanitizing solution where they’re supposed to rest between wiping jobs.
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David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
If temperatures dip below the mid- to low-20s, consider covering your broccoli plants with burlap or frost cloths.
—Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 28 Apr. 2026
After 10 minutes, use a few clean microfiber cloths to wipe away the cleaning liquid and the dirt.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026
Start with warm towels — just microwave damp wash cloths for a few seconds.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Droz cautions against washing microfiber cloths with any fabric that sheds easily in order to maintain the cloth's cleaning performance.
—Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 17 Apr. 2026
Leave those wash cloths and hand towels behind.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
Along the Coromandel Coast, fishermen wear lungis—cotton cloths folded and tied at the waist—that are made of handwoven muslin and dyed in checks of multiple colors.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 31 Mar. 2026
David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
If temperatures dip below the mid- to low-20s, consider covering your broccoli plants with burlap or frost cloths.
—Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 28 Apr. 2026
After 10 minutes, use a few clean microfiber cloths to wipe away the cleaning liquid and the dirt.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026
Start with warm towels — just microwave damp wash cloths for a few seconds.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Droz cautions against washing microfiber cloths with any fabric that sheds easily in order to maintain the cloth's cleaning performance.
—Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 17 Apr. 2026
Leave those wash cloths and hand towels behind.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
Along the Coromandel Coast, fishermen wear lungis—cotton cloths folded and tied at the waist—that are made of handwoven muslin and dyed in checks of multiple colors.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cloths
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For these lighter applications, CottonWorks recommends aquatic blues that enhance the fabrics’ airy, fluid movement.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
30 Apr. 2026
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That sensibility shines where vintage European furnishings, like a 1960s sofa by Italian designer Luciano Frigerio, sit alongside antique Japanese screens and cabinetry; or when upcycled kimono fabrics hang alongside bespoke amber-glass wall sconces made in Murano, Italy.—
Terry Ward,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2026
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Some 5,000 materials will be on display in the textiles area, and there will also be separate hubs for innovation, footwear, home interiors and regenerative agriculture.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Current standouts from their collection include lighting made in collaboration with Kendall Jenner’s interior designer and AD100 talent Heidi Callier, as well as a customizable seating of all shapes, sizes, and textiles.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
28 Apr. 2026
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National headlines report churches seeing an uptick in converts and attendance and trends on social media, especially among younger men.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Apr. 2026
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The Roman Catholic Diocese of Oakland announced that more than a dozen churches in the East Bay will be closing amid ongoing financial woes.—
Tim Fang,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Cloths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloths. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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