breathable
adjective
breath·able
ˈbrē-t͟hə-bəl 
1
: suitable for breathing
breathable air
2
: allowing air to pass through : porous
a breathable synthetic fabric
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The flowy wide-leg pants are breathable, and the cardigan adds an extra layer of warmth when temperatures drop.
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Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Sep. 2025
The scoop neckline and midi length are universally flattering, and the fabric is soft and breathable enough for a flight.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2025
This thread count range is typically considered to be more breathable and soft, and anything above this can be made of a thinner yarn that’s less durable.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 3 Sep. 2025
For that reason, they’re made with breathable materials like cotton or satin.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
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Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Sep. 2025
The scoop neckline and midi length are universally flattering, and the fabric is soft and breathable enough for a flight.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2025
This thread count range is typically considered to be more breathable and soft, and anything above this can be made of a thinner yarn that’s less durable.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 3 Sep. 2025
For that reason, they’re made with breathable materials like cotton or satin.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for breathable
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“Breathable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breathable. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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