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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
Domingo held a bouquet of white flowers wrapped in a black satin cloth while posing for pictures.
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Raven Brunner, People.com, 5 May 2025
The lower-key Mr. Abel, however, has been seen as cut from similar cloth as Mr. Buffett.
—Michael J. De La Merced, New York Times, 4 May 2025
Each pattern is available in your choice of peel and stick or pre-pasted wallpaper that is moisture and steam resistant and can be spot cleaned with a damp cloth.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 3 May 2025
The aluminum can contained 598 total coins, which had been arranged into 11 tidy columns and wrapped in black cloth.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 May 2025
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Raven Brunner, People.com, 5 May 2025
The lower-key Mr. Abel, however, has been seen as cut from similar cloth as Mr. Buffett.
—Michael J. De La Merced, New York Times, 4 May 2025
Each pattern is available in your choice of peel and stick or pre-pasted wallpaper that is moisture and steam resistant and can be spot cleaned with a damp cloth.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 3 May 2025
The aluminum can contained 598 total coins, which had been arranged into 11 tidy columns and wrapped in black cloth.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cloth
Noun
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The fabric is made to keep you cool by allowing airflow and drawing away moisture, helping regulate your temperature for year-round comfort.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
15 May 2025
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But the frame is sturdy, the upholstered fabric is soft and durable, and the slats are nice and supportive.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
15 May 2025
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In fact, Sociologist Rodolfo Soriano Nuñez told CNN Prevost was one of the few bishops in Peru who actively worked to support victims of clergy abuse.—
KC Baker,
People.com,
9 May 2025
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Influencers wore paper skull caps to mimic Catholic cardinals and video compilations of clergy were mixed with Charli XCX audio.—
Mariel Padilla,
Them.,
8 May 2025
Noun
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Bedrooms are boutique in style—with plush velvet, button headboards in regal jewel colours—such as scarlet-red and emerald-green—while damask textiles and carriage-style mirrors evoke the golden-age of train travel.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Known for its scientific solution to the mounting mountain of textile waste, Eeden’s chemical recycling technology recovers pure cellulose and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) building blocks from cotton-polyester blends.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
19 May 2025
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These positions, along with his personal modesty and steadfast advocacy for the poor and immigrants, endeared him to political progressives the world over but also inspired a significant conservative backlash, both in the church and without.—
Clarence Page,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2025
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Leo has a doctorate in the church’s canon law, which equips him for the task of ensuring existing church laws are applied to investigate cases and hold leaders accountable.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
11 May 2025
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“Cloth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloth. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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