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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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The enamel is nonreactive, nonporous, and also resists stains, rust, scratches, and smell absorption.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 June 2026
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The material should be nonporous so bacteria do not grow in it.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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Tunnels are also not truly watertight, requiring drainage measures like sump pumps and creating maintenance and reliability issues, the group advised.—
Skyler Swisher,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026
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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
Adjective
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Frama’s shelving unit extends your staunch Brutalist design mindset to the bathroom.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
18 June 2026
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Since splitting from OpenAI to start Anthropic in 2021, Amodei and his top executives have been staunch advocates for AI regulation and have supported legislation at both state and federal levels.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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This roll-top’s weatherproof shell protects layers, snacks, and electronics from drizzle, dust, and gusts, while the expandable top allows extra space for a camera or fleece.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
30 May 2026
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BioLite’s ultra-versatile Site Light kit comes with six weatherproof bulbs, which can illuminate up to 1,000 square feet when hung or properly staked.—
Sheena Vasani,
The Verge,
22 May 2026
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“Nonabsorbent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonabsorbent. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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