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Recent Examples of water-repellent
The water-repellent exterior is durable and reinforced to prevent tears.
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Shalwah Evans, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025
Other women’s items include a bralette and a woven jumpsuit made of a stretchy and water-repellent fabric.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 26 Nov. 2025
To further manage internal and external moisture, the jacket relies on a combination of Nike's quick-wicking/dispersing Dri-Fit fabric, water-repellent Repel four-way-stretch fabric, and durable water repellent (DWR) baffle material.
—New Atlas, 19 Nov. 2025
Cotton Incorporated’s development of water-repellent and abrasion-resistant technologies, including Storm Cotton for water resistance and Tough Cotton for durability, help reduce waste and extend product lifespan.
—Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 18 Nov. 2025
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Shalwah Evans, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025
Other women’s items include a bralette and a woven jumpsuit made of a stretchy and water-repellent fabric.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 26 Nov. 2025
To further manage internal and external moisture, the jacket relies on a combination of Nike's quick-wicking/dispersing Dri-Fit fabric, water-repellent Repel four-way-stretch fabric, and durable water repellent (DWR) baffle material.
—New Atlas, 19 Nov. 2025
Cotton Incorporated’s development of water-repellent and abrasion-resistant technologies, including Storm Cotton for water resistance and Tough Cotton for durability, help reduce waste and extend product lifespan.
—Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 18 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for water-repellent
Adjective
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Look for bags that say waterproof, not just water-resistant.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Jan. 2026
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Be sure to wear two to three layers of clothing, with one insulating layer, as well as a warm, water-resistant coat or outer layer to keep out the chill from the wind.—
Natalie Jones,
Baltimore Sun,
23 Jan. 2026
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
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In another bathroom, the firm designed a bulbous vanity covered in parchment leather with a waterproof high-gloss finish.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Jan. 2026
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Regardless of your choice, your best bet is to stash your filter in a waterproof or plastic bag and keep it close to your body—in a down jacket pocket, or wrapped in your sleeping bag—and sleep with it at night.—
Kaelyn Lynch,
Outside,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Water-repellent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/water-repellent. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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