water-resistant
adjective
wa·ter-re·sis·tant
ˌwȯ-tər-ri-ˈzi-stənt 
ˌwä-,
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Examples of water-resistant in a Sentence
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This Highland Dunes chaise already comes with a water-resistant cushion and a water- and rot-resistant wooden base that adjusts to six different reclining positions.
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Ali Faccenda, Peoplemag, 28 Apr. 2024
It's made with water-resistant neoprene material and features a removable air mesh zip-top pouch.
—Claire Peltier, ABC News, 26 Apr. 2024
The silicone is also water-resistant to protect from spills out of boiling pots.
—Jack Byram, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2024
Both pairs of earbuds are IP54 dust and water-resistant, although the Ear’s case is more resilient, with a IP55 rating compared to IPX2 rating for the smaller Ear (a) case.
—Chris Welch, The Verge, 18 Apr. 2024
This compact water-resistant carrying case withstood some pretty harsh weather, but didn’t suffer any external wear and tear aside from a few grass stains and flecks of mud.
—Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2024
The water-resistant jacket covers more of the stomach than most other dog raincoats on the market, which is great for pups with short legs.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 15 Apr. 2024
This two-pack of water-resistant flashlights will ensure you’re prepared.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 11 Apr. 2024
Convene Wicker Rattan Outdoor Patio Chaise Lounge Chair Buy on Wayfair $1,206 $460
With an adjustable backrest, sturdy wicker frame, and water-resistant cushioning, this chair is the perfect poolside or backyard lounger.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 9 Apr. 2024
Ali Faccenda, Peoplemag, 28 Apr. 2024
It's made with water-resistant neoprene material and features a removable air mesh zip-top pouch.
—Claire Peltier, ABC News, 26 Apr. 2024
The silicone is also water-resistant to protect from spills out of boiling pots.
—Jack Byram, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2024
Both pairs of earbuds are IP54 dust and water-resistant, although the Ear’s case is more resilient, with a IP55 rating compared to IPX2 rating for the smaller Ear (a) case.
—Chris Welch, The Verge, 18 Apr. 2024
This compact water-resistant carrying case withstood some pretty harsh weather, but didn’t suffer any external wear and tear aside from a few grass stains and flecks of mud.
—Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2024
The water-resistant jacket covers more of the stomach than most other dog raincoats on the market, which is great for pups with short legs.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 15 Apr. 2024
This two-pack of water-resistant flashlights will ensure you’re prepared.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 11 Apr. 2024
Convene Wicker Rattan Outdoor Patio Chaise Lounge Chair Buy on Wayfair $1,206 $460
With an adjustable backrest, sturdy wicker frame, and water-resistant cushioning, this chair is the perfect poolside or backyard lounger.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 9 Apr. 2024
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“Water-resistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water-resistant. Accessed 2 May. 2024.
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