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as in clergy
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 cloth
The durable Oxford cloth fabric resists wear and weather, while the frame folds into a surprisingly compact shape for its size.
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Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
After a bit of small talk, the streamer walked over to the back of the room to an enormous figure hidden with a black cloth draped over it.
—Regina Cho, VIBE.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Most cats and dogs will sometimes have clear or slightly brownish eye crust that should be wiped away with a clean, damp cloth.
—Molly Higgins, Wired News, 2 Sep. 2025
Herders and wolf hunters in Europe have long deterred them with long lines hung with flapping cloth, but the wolves can eventually learn that the flags are not a threat.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 31 Aug. 2025
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Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
After a bit of small talk, the streamer walked over to the back of the room to an enormous figure hidden with a black cloth draped over it.
—Regina Cho, VIBE.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Most cats and dogs will sometimes have clear or slightly brownish eye crust that should be wiped away with a clean, damp cloth.
—Molly Higgins, Wired News, 2 Sep. 2025
Herders and wolf hunters in Europe have long deterred them with long lines hung with flapping cloth, but the wolves can eventually learn that the flags are not a threat.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 31 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cloth
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cloth
Noun
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Fire hazards, meaning use of the product could lead to a fire or the product violated federal fabric flammability regulations, were behind 354 of the product recalls reported to CPSC in the past five years.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Its steep, meandering streets form a patchwork quilt filled with artists, spiritual seekers, motorcyclists, weekend wanderers, and retirees, each adding their own thread to the fabric.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The sit-in inspired similar ones around North Carolina and a national movement with 700,000 students, clergy members and others fighting for racial equality.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Sep. 2025
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While the clergy and staff of North Orange County’s synagogues – Temple Beth Tikvah, Temple Beth Ohr and Chabad of Yorba Linda – prepare for the services ahead, hundreds of local kitchens are abuzz with preparations for the celebratory meal launching the holiday.—
Judy Bart Kancigor,
Oc Register,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Its goal is to divert 800,000 kilograms of post-consumer textile waste and support 500 waste picker livelihoods by 2026.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Sourcing Journal,
12 Sep. 2025
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Kevlar textile uppers give them unbeatable abrasion resistance, and Gore-tex waterproofing means the elements won’t get into these boots either.—
Alice Bennett,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Sep. 2025
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Roberson, leader of the church since 2023, has also opened the doors of the Cathedral from Monday-Saturday for tours, prayers or anyone walking by who needs a quick respite from the Miami heat.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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One recent Sunday evening, about 200 filled a Cincinnati church where preachers from several faith backgrounds urged them to demand his freedom.—
Hannah Allam,
ProPublica,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Cloth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloth. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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