LEAKY Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

leaky

adjective

Definition of leaky

as in porous

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Recent Examples of leaky The problem may be related to insulation, leaky ductwork, poor airflow, or the home’s overall thermal envelope rather than the size of the air conditioner itself. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 14 Sep. 2026 Many are in poor shape, with thin, uninsulated walls, leaky windows, old or broken swamp coolers and electrical systems that can't always handle air conditioners. — Alejandra Borunda, NPR, 7 Sep. 2026 Edge rusher Max Llewellyn was pressuring Willis as the leaky pass protection surfaced again. — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026 No student essays, no leaky windows, no meetings, no dishes, no Leonie. — Literary Hub, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for leaky

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porous

Adjective

If the Dolphins can’t manage a pass rush, combined with their interior run defense appearing to be porous, Brock Purdy and Christian McCaffrey will carve them up.

— Keven Lerner, Sun Sentinel, 18 Sep. 2026
Engineered at the molecular level, this new non-porous material remains rock-hard and even stops heat transfer five times more effectively than soft silicone.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2026

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lean

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