as in waterproof
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Recent Examples of water-resistant
If a thick layer of wet coffee grounds is placed around a plant, a water-resistant barrier is formed (ask a plumber what the grounds do to your plumbing pipes).
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 18 May 2025
Use a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher.
—Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025
The researchers placed droplets of bull semen at the end of a flexible plastic strip suspended next to a water-resistant surface.
—Joanna Thompson, Scientific American, 14 May 2025
Just glimpse their best-selling Jasper Collection that now has water-resistant outdoor upholstery, quick-dry foam cushions, and a teak base.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 13 May 2025
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 18 May 2025
Use a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher.
—Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025
The researchers placed droplets of bull semen at the end of a flexible plastic strip suspended next to a water-resistant surface.
—Joanna Thompson, Scientific American, 14 May 2025
Just glimpse their best-selling Jasper Collection that now has water-resistant outdoor upholstery, quick-dry foam cushions, and a teak base.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for water-resistant
Adjective
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Speakers Deals In our review of the JBL Clip 4, our expert enjoyed the crisp, rich audio and fully waterproof design.—
& John Mihaly,
PC Magazine,
24 May 2025
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Urban Decay Face Bond Self-setting Waterproof Foundation, $40 Because the entire face needs to be waterproof if its going to survive a night of bar-hopping: enter this matte, buildable-coverage foundation that aims to absorb sweat and oil during wear, sans powder. 5.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
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The shells, which are watertight and surprisingly sturdy, usually can be completed for a project in 24 hours.—
Sam Lubell,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2025
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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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The kid's version is a 2.5-layer shell with a non-fluorinated (read: PFAS-free) durable water-repellent (DWR) coating, taped seams, and an adjustable hood.—
Scott Gilbertson,
Wired News,
16 May 2025
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The minimalist skirt is made from quick-dry, water-repellent fabric and comes equipped with stash pockets and drawstings at the waist and side seams.—
Kelly Klein,
Outside Online,
15 May 2025
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“Water-resistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/water-resistant. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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