: having a large number of warp and weft yarns to the square inch
high-count percale sheeting

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Keep windows closed on high-count days and run it overnight for the most benefit. Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026

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1926, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of high-count was in 1926

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“High-count.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-count. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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