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Recent Examples of nonabsorbent
The board is reversible; it can be flipped and used as an ungrooved pastry board designed for mixing or rolling out dough, an advantage of its nonabsorbent surface.
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Nicole Papantoniou, Good Housekeeping, 25 Apr. 2022
The deets: With a mesh upper, polyester lacing, removable arch support, and nonabsorbent foam, this shoe is built for wet conditions.
—Outside Online, 27 Aug. 2021
The dog shelter shall be facing south or east, away from the prevailing winds; (2) Bedding, such as wood shavings, straw or other nonabsorbent material shall be provided in sufficient quantity for insulation against cold and damp.
—Iris Katz, baltimoresun.com/maryland/carroll, 20 Feb. 2021
Because most cities are covered in nonporous, nonabsorbent surfaces, all the grime, toxins and trash in the city are washed out by rainwater during storms — and washed into the nearby waterways, farms and oceans.
—Annalee Newitz, Discover Magazine, 28 May 2013
Nicole Papantoniou, Good Housekeeping, 25 Apr. 2022
The deets: With a mesh upper, polyester lacing, removable arch support, and nonabsorbent foam, this shoe is built for wet conditions.
—Outside Online, 27 Aug. 2021
The dog shelter shall be facing south or east, away from the prevailing winds; (2) Bedding, such as wood shavings, straw or other nonabsorbent material shall be provided in sufficient quantity for insulation against cold and damp.
—Iris Katz, baltimoresun.com/maryland/carroll, 20 Feb. 2021
Because most cities are covered in nonporous, nonabsorbent surfaces, all the grime, toxins and trash in the city are washed out by rainwater during storms — and washed into the nearby waterways, farms and oceans.
—Annalee Newitz, Discover Magazine, 28 May 2013
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonabsorbent
Adjective
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Even though rubber is considered nonporous, seams, textured surfaces, and the underside of mats can trap moisture.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Jan. 2026
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How To Remove Mold With Bleach Chlorine bleach is most effective at disinfecting nonporous surfaces.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
27 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Shots and goals from fast breaks in the Premier League since 2018-19 Brentford set up to hit Sunderland on counter-attacks, knowing how Le Bris’ side can defend for long periods and are watertight, conceding just three in their past five before coming to south-west London.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
8 Jan. 2026
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Flooding concerns were also addressed, with the company explaining that its tunnels are designed to be watertight.—
Hadley Hitson,
Nashville Tennessean,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Trump’s remarks regarding firearms since the death of Pretti have stirred major concerns among his GOP base, the majority of whom are staunch defenders of the Second Amendment.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
28 Jan. 2026
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Raymond, a quadriplegic for over a decade, has spent years as Chairman of the Regional Transit Authority Board of Commissioners, taking on the city's staunch preservationists.—
Sophie Morgan,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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It’s constructed from durable 600D high-density polyester, which is also weatherproof.—
Nathan Allen,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Jan. 2026
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Peak Design's Ultralight packing cubes are made of tissue-thin Terra Shell (which feels like nylon) and are 100% recycled, weatherproof, and water-repellent.—
Rachel Chang,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Nonabsorbent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonabsorbent. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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