pillow slip

Example Sentences

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It had sheets, a pillow, and a pillow slip.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison

Returning, she again took the flat, stiff pillow slip and went upstairs with it.

From The Opened Shutters by Burnham, Clara Louise

Hopie pulled off his pillow slip and stared in wonder about him, then he too laughed.

From Hallowe'en at Merryvale by Burnett, Alice Hale

When she reached the cabin, her mother, brothers and sisters each had a pillow slip, filled with clothes and she was given hers and they ran away, and came to Mt.

From Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves: Volume I, Alabama Narratives by United States. Work Projects Administration

The pillow slip was tied firmly about her neck to allow no chance of slipping, the ears waved lopsidedly; she was the most amazing specter that ever left a respectable grave.

From Just Patty by Relyea, C. M. (Charles Mark)