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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Their moderate thickness yet breathable microfiber material keeps your feet toasty and snug, and the vibrant colors make wearing these that much more fun (the blue ones are my favorite).
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Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Nov. 2025
Nortiv 8 ActiveBreeze Walking Shoes The shoes also have a breathable mesh upper material that facilitates airflow during activities, along with a slip-resistant outsole for stability on concrete, grass, gravel, and more.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025
On’s Cloud 6 Push sneakers are breathable, lightweight, and have a sporty look—everything dad wants in a casual trainer.
—Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 11 Nov. 2025
For something this lightweight and breathable, that’s a huge win for me because see-through leggings are an absolute dealbreaker.
—Jenifer Calle, Glamour, 11 Nov. 2025
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Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Nov. 2025
Nortiv 8 ActiveBreeze Walking Shoes The shoes also have a breathable mesh upper material that facilitates airflow during activities, along with a slip-resistant outsole for stability on concrete, grass, gravel, and more.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025
On’s Cloud 6 Push sneakers are breathable, lightweight, and have a sporty look—everything dad wants in a casual trainer.
—Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 11 Nov. 2025
For something this lightweight and breathable, that’s a huge win for me because see-through leggings are an absolute dealbreaker.
—Jenifer Calle, Glamour, 11 Nov. 2025
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“Breathable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breathable. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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