cotton
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
"I was working at a cotton factory... when we came out from work we saw the police, they were lining up," he recalled.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
I can see how it might feel like it’s been treated like a ball of cotton candy to give it away.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026
The two farms plant a large variety of crops, including nuts, corn, wheat, cotton, alfalfa and fruits and vegetables — all needing a variety of fertilizers and other nutrients.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026
Much of the trading went toward the largest-ever weekly reduction of short positions, or bets that cotton prices will fall.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026
And there were snowmen made of fluffy cotton and pictures of candles and packages and sleighs.
From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney
Vocabulary lists containing cotton
White
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Fabulous Fabrics
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
