Clot and clod are radically the same word.

Acid House is not my bag: I prefer the more traditional styles of music.

sleaved thread or silk

“Sanford Finkelstein,” Danielle repeats. “Listen, isn't he the one that ostrich is based on, in your books?” “Well, I suppose in a way.” Erica smiles. “It was the name mostly. Sanford seemed like a good name for an ostrich.”