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linen

[lin-uhn] / ˈlɪn ən /


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Clothing company zestt organics, which makes an organic-cotton scarf designed for women who travel, had worked with new factories over the past two years to develop additional products such as linen apparel.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 1, 2026

Digital disaffection has bled into our lives like dye onto white linen, creeping through every inch of the fabric until it’s covered in amorphous patterns of color; some beautiful, some painfully ugly.

From Salon Aug. 24, 2026

Wakeley says a well-cut camisole or strappy top can work when worn beneath a linen overshirt, lightweight jacket or tailored co-ord.

From BBC Aug. 5, 2026

Cotton and linen are often comfortable because they absorb moisture and allow air movement, although fabric weave, thickness and moisture handling also matter.

From Science Daily Jul. 29, 2026

Anna May strode into the service area, sporting a turquoise linen blouse with wide-cut sleeves and a close-fitting hat with an arching brim.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu

In the Johnson’s Beach lodgings, long known for summer-camp vibes, some rooms now come equipped with luxury linens and a French press.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 13, 2026

Tables were dressed in green linens and had seasonal spring bouquets featuring butterfly ranunculus, phlox, and lily of the valley.

From BBC Apr. 28, 2026

Executives say more high-income shoppers are buying furniture, kitchen appliances and linens at Walmart, but it wants to do more.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 19, 2026

We used linens and beach towels as packing material, and I roamed around the house picking what I wanted.

From MarketWatch Nov. 21, 2025

I still brought in fresh flowers and gave the linens to the cleaning girl.

From "Amal Unbound" by Aisha Saeed




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