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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
For painful pimples, the American Academy of Dermatology recommends soaking a clean cloth or towel in warm (not scalding hot) water, then applying it to the affected spot for 10–15 minutes, three times a day.
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Jenna Ryu, SELF, 1 Nov. 2024
Repeatedly on the campaign trail, Vice President Kamala Harris has worn modern versions of a cravat—a decorative form of cloth around the neck that can be arranged like a small bow or neck tie or that is tucked into a shirt or blouse.
—Camille Davis / Made By History, TIME, 1 Nov. 2024
Downtown Saratoga’s Big Basin Way saw the arrival of over 100 new residents this fall, most of which are made of straw and cloth.
—Isha Trivedi, The Mercury News, 25 Oct. 2024
The couple's table at the event, which was covered in a white cloth, featured wine glasses and plates of food.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 25 Oct. 2024
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Jenna Ryu, SELF, 1 Nov. 2024
Repeatedly on the campaign trail, Vice President Kamala Harris has worn modern versions of a cravat—a decorative form of cloth around the neck that can be arranged like a small bow or neck tie or that is tucked into a shirt or blouse.
—Camille Davis / Made By History, TIME, 1 Nov. 2024
Downtown Saratoga’s Big Basin Way saw the arrival of over 100 new residents this fall, most of which are made of straw and cloth.
—Isha Trivedi, The Mercury News, 25 Oct. 2024
The couple's table at the event, which was covered in a white cloth, featured wine glasses and plates of food.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 25 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cloth
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As a lonely nerd in a suburb, there was something about the way that there were pop-cultural objects, at the last possible time when there was analog technology, that really wove into the fabric of your soul.Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2024
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What seems like floral wallpaper (right) is actually an acoustically transparent fabric hiding the sound system for his home theater.Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 7 Nov. 2024
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The Catholic Church is among many faiths that recruit and hire international clergy to fill staffing gaps that have widened in recent decades.Sophie Carson, Journal Sentinel, 1 Nov. 2024
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Trujillo also emphasized the Trump campaign’s outreach to evangelical clergy, who play an important role within Latino communities.Geraldo Cadava, The New Yorker, 23 Oct. 2024
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The bill contains $14 billion in incentives for domestic circularity and innovation for fashion and textiles.Evan Clark, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
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Designed for durability and comfort, these textiles enhance both functionality and aesthetic appeal.SJ Studio, Sourcing Journal, 4 Nov. 2024
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Of the cast, Judy Greer stands out as the flustered but patient substitute pageant director and mom who learns to raise her voice in support of the kids the church wants to avoid and leave behind.Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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About 40 people stood outside the church eager to cast their vote.Madison Lammert, Journal Sentinel, 6 Nov. 2024
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“Cloth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloth. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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