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napkin

[nap-kin] / ˈnæp kɪn /
NOUN
linen
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Something you accept with a paper napkin under fluorescent lighting and a murmur of gratitude.

From Salon

She glances between our faces, then busies herself refilling the napkin holders on the counter, bracelets of silver and turquoise clinking against the metal.

From Literature

She drops some extra napkins on the table and turns to the people at the table next to us.

From Literature

Flustered, but flattered, Dianne is preparing to sign a napkin when the fan explains that she especially liked the sitcom “Bless This Mess.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Father polished his glasses with his napkin and started to read, his deep voice lingering lovingly over the words.

From Literature