as in cloth
a woven or knitted material (as of cotton or nylon) brought back a whole suitcase of beautiful textiles from India

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Recent Examples of textile The batteries can convert the heat into steam or power for customers seeking to decarbonize their operations, such as textile makers and beverage producers. Elisabeth Brier, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025 The brand worked with textile artisans for the first time and used knitted fabrics and felting techniques for the collection. Anika Reed, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025 The 120 rooms and suites are filled with rich textiles, phenomenal bedding, marble baths, high-end Toto fixtures, and views of the Hudson River or the neighborhood’s remarkable architecture. Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 18 Sep. 2025 Continue the autumnal color scheme through accessories and textiles, such as cozy plaid throw pillows, a soft blanket, or a comfy seat cushion on a porch swing. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for textile
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  • Simmer for at least 20 minutes, then strain through a fine cloth strainer or coffee filter.
    Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
  • If this doesn't remove all stains from the bottom of the kettle, make a slurry of baking soda and water in the base of the kettle, then gently rub away the tea stains with a soft cloth.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
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  • Avoid bleach and opt for air drying to maintain the fabric’s texture.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2025
  • 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

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“Textile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/textile. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.

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