I grabbed my umbrella and raincoat before going out in the thunderstorm.
Recent Examples on the WebUsed to manufacture mostly hard, durable plastics—such as water bottles and takeout containers—bisphenols are often found in the company of phthalates, which are used to make more flexible plastics such as raincoat linings, vinyl boots, and packing tape.—Jeffrey Kluger, TIME, 25 Apr. 2024 Cai also researched reviews for the most popular dog raincoats online and selected the best raincoats for dogs to keep them dry no matter the weather.—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 15 Apr. 2024 While raincoats are more lightweight and designed for protection from lighter rain and moderate outdoor exposure, rain jackets are typically heavier, longer, more durable, and built to protect from more intense rain as well as wind.—Olivia Avitt, Peoplemag, 1 Apr. 2024 Luckily, PetSmart has more than 20 raincoat styles to choose from, including Arcadia Trail’s reflective dog raincoat that’s currently on sale.—Megan Schaltegger, Peoplemag, 6 Mar. 2024 William is a longtime aficionado of the powerful, full-body garment—his senior thesis at Parsons featured various interpretations, including trench and raincoat jumpsuits.—Michelle Ruiz, Vogue, 15 Dec. 2023 With spring’s wet weather ahead, now’s the ideal time to grab a raincoat to keep your dog dry throughout the season.—Megan Schaltegger, Peoplemag, 6 Mar. 2024 Also, people headed to the Rose Parade in Pasadena on Monday may want to pack a raincoat or umbrella in case of possible showers.—Dakota Smith, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2023 And since the weather has been unpredictable (read: very wet) lately, this packable raincoat is a must thanks to its cinching features to keep me dry.—Lauren Fischer, Travel + Leisure, 3 Oct. 2023
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