napkin

Example Sentences

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Upon returning to the bar, Reid said she saw a napkin placed on top of her drink.

From Los Angeles Times

Every detail was scrutinized, from the comfort of each chair to the texture of napkins.

From The Wall Street Journal

Florida Atlantic University has barreled its way onto the sport’s biggest stage, adding “Final Four” to a hoops resume that, until now, could have been scribbled down on the back of a cocktail napkin.

From Seattle Times

Because the public phones were wet with the chemical, Carrillo had to use napkins to protect his skin when he called his wife, the complaint says.

From Washington Post

Dear Miss Manners: Why are we supposed to put napkins in our laps?

From Washington Post