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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 interior features plenty of chrome, along with cloth upholstery on the door panels and front and rear benches.
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 12 Sep. 2025
In the clip, which went viral on TikTok, Joe was seen looking in a mirror and swiping at his nose with a black cloth.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
Keep in mind: the Dolphins also had issues against elite tight ends in 2024, and many experts believe Warren, who was a collegiate All-American, to be cut from that same cloth.
—Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
After about 15 minutes, wipe the slices with a damp cloth.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 6 Sep. 2025
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 12 Sep. 2025
In the clip, which went viral on TikTok, Joe was seen looking in a mirror and swiping at his nose with a black cloth.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
Keep in mind: the Dolphins also had issues against elite tight ends in 2024, and many experts believe Warren, who was a collegiate All-American, to be cut from that same cloth.
—Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
After about 15 minutes, wipe the slices with a damp cloth.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 6 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cloth
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cloth
Noun
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Avoid bleach and opt for air drying to maintain the fabric’s texture.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
16 Sep. 2025
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Laying in an almost illusion deconstruction, the black fabric featured cutouts to reveal the white corset beneath the bustline in a plunging V shape and at the sides, along with waist-high slits on either side of the front of the skirt.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
16 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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Etsy also has a warehouse amount of textile options on its site, including made-to-order pieces for a totally bespoke look.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
19 Sep. 2025
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Both artists, writers and teachers are credited for their expansive approach to color and textiles.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
19 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Andrew quit public life in 2019 over his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein but makes occasional appearances at private family events, usually at church.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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This was at every church function.—
Sid Evans,
Southern Living,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Cloth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloth. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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