fibers

plural of fiber
as in threads
a thin, flexible structure that resembles a hair the fibers found on the victim's body came from a carpet in the suspect's home

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Recent Examples of fibers Grouping delicate fabrics with heavy items or friction-causing fibers like those of towels can increase wrinkles. Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Mar. 2025 While not all fabrics are ideal for the formula’s conditioning benefits, fabric softener, when used appropriately, works to relax fibers and thus decrease wrinkles. Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Mar. 2025 These are filled with hypoallergenic gel fibers that keep them feeling chilly against the skin. Clint Davis, People.com, 16 Mar. 2025

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“Fibers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fibers. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.

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