bedclothing
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of bedclothing
Example Sentences
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Every time a baby is found dead in his crib, apparently smothered by bedclothing or a soft pillow, the mother is tortured by the feeling that she should have been more careful.
From Time Magazine Archive
He turned and saw Bessie bent motionless over the pile of bedclothing.
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
When he again looked out of the aperture in the curtains screening the smoking-compartment from the aisle he saw the porter pass, carrying bedclothing.
From The Ranchman by Seltzer, Charles Alden
With a rough shake of his head, Phillip groaned and unwound himself out of a tangle of bedclothing.
From Highways in Hiding by Smith, George Oliver
The life-line made from her cherished bedclothing was twisted about his wet shoulders like a flash.
From Reels and Spindles A Story of Mill Life by Merrill, Frank T. (Frank Thayer)
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