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Recent Examples of nonabsorbent
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.
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Annalee Newitz, Discover Magazine, 28 May 2013
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 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.
—Nicole Papantoniou, Good Housekeeping, 25 Apr. 2022
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
Annalee Newitz, Discover Magazine, 28 May 2013
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 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.
—Nicole Papantoniou, Good Housekeeping, 25 Apr. 2022
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonabsorbent
Adjective
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Generally, all dry-erase markers should be compatible with smooth and nonporous places, but ones with runnier ink that leaves residue can streak your workspace.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Aug. 2025
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The high-quality, nonporous glass won’t stain or absorb odors, and the containers are completely dishwasher and microwave-safe.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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The deal is not yet watertight and needs to be implemented by individual members.—
Mike O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The shells, which are watertight and surprisingly sturdy, usually can be completed for a project in 24 hours.—
Sam Lubell,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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And though public opinion is staunch and clear on this issue, Congress approved vast cutbacks.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
7 Aug. 2025
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But the plan collapsed amid staunch opposition from Somalia, which has long opposed Somaliland’s independence and fears Ethiopia’s dominance of the region.—
Mulugeta Gebrehiwot Berhe,
Foreign Affairs,
5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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There were live garment repairs by members of the design team and a Gore-Tex Weather Box put the brand’s weatherproof jackets to the test.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
11 Aug. 2025
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The trench coat The perfect weight for transitional weather, trench coats offer weatherproof protection on breezy, drizzly days.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Nonabsorbent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonabsorbent. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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