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as in nonabsorbent
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as in impermeable
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Recent Examples of nonporous
All three materials are nonporous and can be thoroughly cleaned after each use.
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Sophie Saint Thomas, Allure, 30 Sep. 2023
Porcelain is a type of ceramic with a glazed, nonporous surface that is generally dishwasher- and microwave-safe.
—Samantha MacAvoy, Good Housekeeping, 30 Aug. 2023
Enter ceramic, the most nonporous (and therefore stain resistant) option on this list.
—Alyssa Longobucco, House Beautiful, 29 July 2023
These pots and pans have a slick, nonporous chemical coating along the inside that creates a nonreactive surface that keeps food from sticking.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 13 July 2023
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Sophie Saint Thomas, Allure, 30 Sep. 2023
Porcelain is a type of ceramic with a glazed, nonporous surface that is generally dishwasher- and microwave-safe.
—Samantha MacAvoy, Good Housekeeping, 30 Aug. 2023
Enter ceramic, the most nonporous (and therefore stain resistant) option on this list.
—Alyssa Longobucco, House Beautiful, 29 July 2023
These pots and pans have a slick, nonporous chemical coating along the inside that creates a nonreactive surface that keeps food from sticking.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 13 July 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonporous
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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
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The deets: With a mesh upper, polyester lacing, removable arch support, and nonabsorbent foam, this shoe is built for wet conditions.Outside Online, Outside Online, 27 Aug. 2021
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Pepe has been Portugal’s bedrock for almost two decades, a scratching, impermeable presence who won 141 caps for his country, and was central to their first major trophy at Euro 2016.Jacob Whitehead, The Athletic, 8 Aug. 2024
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Clay deposits, forming an impermeable layer, result in waterlogged soil.David Bressan, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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Bonus: the mailbox-style arms are wide enough to be a sturdy base for your snacks or books.Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024
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Though the sturdy grooved soles take a little getting used to, the arch lift and heel support felt surprisingly solid, given the minimalist look of these shoes.Samson McDougall, Verywell Health, 2 Dec. 2024
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The Woods Hole underwater acoustic system includes off-the-shelf components in a watertight Pelican case.IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 20 Nov. 2024
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The presence of a watertight strategic rationale for projects, such as arming NATO allies against the Soviet Union, helped to quell those concerns, at least temporarily.Ashlyn Anderson, Foreign Affairs, 11 Feb. 2016
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There’s almost nothing more annoying than when your jewelry gets tangled up into an impenetrable knot, but that headache can be avoided by investing in the Bagsmart Jewelry Travel Organizer, one of our favorites, that’s now on sale for $14.Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2024
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And Starkey, playing the aloof and impenetrable Allerton, has also earned acclaim for his breakout feature role.Kevin Dolak, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Nov. 2024
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Harnessing these technologies for substantial growth will require a more nuanced understanding of how these sectors intersect and interact and how emerging technologies are the glue that binds them together.Kath Mackay, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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The Republican Party’s national platform trumpeted nuclear power, as did Kamala Harris in describing her economic agenda; this fall, three of the world’s largest companies—Amazon, Google, and Microsoft—announced substantial investments in nuclear-energy facilities.Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 2 Dec. 2024
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“Nonporous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonporous. Accessed 11 Dec. 2024.
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