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napkin

[nap-kin] / ˈnæp kɪn /
NOUN
linen
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He proposed to Elayyne during one of her prison visits, with a paper napkin ring.

From Slate • May 2, 2026

Something you accept with a paper napkin under fluorescent lighting and a murmur of gratitude.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

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 • Mar. 26, 2026

Here are the 2026 titles we jotted down quickly on the back of a cocktail napkin.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 1, 2026

He shoves one biscuit into his mouth, wraps the other one in a napkin, grabs his bag, and waves goodbye.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh



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