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 And thanks to its down lining, cozy hood, and water-resistant fabric, it’s designed to weather winter storms as well. Esme Benjamin, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024 All that insulation is packed into baffles, which are woven instead of stitched into the jacket’s main fabric. Frederick Reimers, Outside Online, 4 Nov. 2024 In the store, everything is made from recycled or reused vintage fabrics and products, and the layout features a modular design that can be moved around to change up the space. Rhonda Richford, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024 Just like the Skims Cotton Jersey Long-Sleeve T-Shirt, this top is made with mostly cotton and a little bit of elastane, so the fabric is equally soft and stretchy (but costs $21 less). Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 29 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fabric 
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Noun
  • The nano-texture iMac also comes with a special cleaning cloth.
    Brian Westover, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
  • After each use, wipe down the cooktop with a soft cloth and mild glass cleaner, and consider using a cooktop protector mat to prevent scratches.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
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  • The filing also highlights the company's ongoing efforts to manage its fuel costs through hedging strategies and its commitment to maintaining a competitive cost structure.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
  • To spend that amount of time with Shakespeare gives you a sense of rhythm and structure that is invaluable.
    Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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  • The bill contains $14 billion in incentives for domestic circularity and innovation for fashion and textiles.
    Evan Clark, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Designed for durability and comfort, these textiles enhance both functionality and aesthetic appeal.
    SJ Studio, Sourcing Journal, 4 Nov. 2024
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  • Rather, the underlying architecture can prove any activity.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
  • As long as Musk owns the site, its architecture will favor his political allies.
    Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 5 Nov. 2024
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  • Organizations that implement a clear decision-making framework outlining the who, what, when and why of decisions are better equipped to avoid delays and make decisions that stick.
    Swapna Sathyan, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Your Mileage May Vary is an advice column offering you a new framework for thinking through your ethical dilemmas and philosophical questions.
    Vox Staff, Vox, 5 Nov. 2024

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“Fabric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fabric. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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