fabric

1
as in cloth
a woven or knitted material (as of cotton or nylon) a fabric that is supposed to repel rain while at the same time allowing the wearer's perspiration to escape

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as in structure
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form you can't expect the fabric of society to survive if you do away with all moral imperatives

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Recent Examples of fabric The fabric, seemingly a wink to her stage name, was cinched into a mermaid silhouette and given extra dazzle by a sequined sheen. Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025 Plus, they’re made with skin-safe, washable fabric for your peace of mind. Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025 Particularly with the 40 Elephants, Mary Carr’s gang, energy was key to not just color and fabric but also the structure of their clothes, giving them a swagger. Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 1 Mar. 2025 In 1960s homes, everything was covered with fabric and skirted in one pattern. Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fabric
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Noun
  • Throughout Caribe, the wet wiping cloths weren’t kept in sanitizing solution between uses.
    David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 7 Mar. 2025
  • For a shine boost: A spritz of diluted vinegar wiped with a dry microfiber cloth.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Other artifacts found in the San Isidro pyramid structure, such as jade pendants, have also been discovered at excavation sites in modern Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama.
    Mack DeGeurin, Popular Science, 6 Mar. 2025
  • Inspired by natural thermoregulation systems, the latter uses a proprietary process to augment fiber shape and structure for prolonged cooling performance.
    Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 6 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Wooden furniture offers plenty of spots to perch, soft textiles are draped over most surfaces, and a handful of plants hint at the outdoors.
    Dan Q. Dao, Architectural Digest, 8 Mar. 2025
  • The medium—oil paint, textile, mixed media, photography, etc.—should largely inform your frame selection.
    Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Its impressive architecture and beautiful grounds have made the winery a popular destination for wine enthusiasts and tourists.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
  • The architecture showcases clean lines, original wood materials and seamless indoor-outdoor living that defines mid-century modern homes.
    David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 1 Mar. 2025
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  • One that requires Europeans to carry their own weight, investing more in their own defense and deterrence capabilities, not apart from NATO but within its well-functioning framework.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
  • Tariffs are considered by many economists a political cudgel — sometimes used in a trade war — and not an efficient framework for international trade.
    John Towfighi, CNN, 3 Mar. 2025

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“Fabric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fabric. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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