as in waterproof
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Recent Examples of water-resistant
With a padded laptop sleeve, water-resistant lining, multiple pockets for big and large items, and a zippered closure, your belongings are sure to stay safe inside as well.
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Jordyn Burrell, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2025
The fabric is a lightweight yet stretchy blend of durable polyester and spandex that’s water-resistant and moisture-wicking.
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 16 Feb. 2025
One of its best features is its water-resistant material that can easily endure both wind and rain.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2025
This bag is attractive, water-resistant, and full of organized pockets; the hardware also feels premium.
—Adrienne So, WIRED, 13 Feb. 2025
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Jordyn Burrell, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2025
The fabric is a lightweight yet stretchy blend of durable polyester and spandex that’s water-resistant and moisture-wicking.
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 16 Feb. 2025
One of its best features is its water-resistant material that can easily endure both wind and rain.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2025
This bag is attractive, water-resistant, and full of organized pockets; the hardware also feels premium.
—Adrienne So, WIRED, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for water-resistant
Adjective
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Before the divers rolled in, captain Joey Broyles let down a waterproof camera to assess conditions below.—
Corinne Purtill,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2025
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Each light is made with waterproof stainless steel that can withstand rain, snow, and frost.—
Ali Faccenda,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Subjected to an almost watertight international arms embargo, Iran was forced to rely mostly on self-sufficiency, religious zeal, and patriotism.—
Foreign Affairs,
Foreign Affairs,
25 Feb. 2025
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Des Cars wrote that parts of the museum are no longer watertight, posing a risk to the art’s safety.—
Madeline Fitzgerald,
Quartz,
28 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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It’s made from a polyester material that’s water-repellent to help protect your belongings and is expandable up to an additional two inches to fit even more of your vacation outfits.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Feb. 2025
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Raincoats take inspiration from the water-repellent properties of duck feathers, while sleeping bags and insulated jackets mimic how birds use down feathers to retain warmth.—
Jenny Lehmann,
Discover Magazine,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Water-resistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/water-resistant. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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