water-repellent

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Recent Examples of water-repellent The water-repellent jacket has a relaxed fit that can easily be worn over a light sweater. Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 30 Apr. 2025 That only works because their bodies are covered in microscopic, water-repellent hairs. Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025 When shopping for a mold-resistant shower curtain, look for eco-friendly water-repellent materials like PEVA (polyethylene vinyl acetate) or EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate). Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2025 Plus, its water-repellent fabric will hold up even during bad weather conditions. Kristine Thomason, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for water-repellent
Recent Examples of Synonyms for water-repellent
Adjective
  • The water-resistant exterior is built to withstand all the elements while the cozy lining will keep your hands warm and dry while pushing your stroller.
    Laura Lu, Parents, 22 May 2025
  • Made of faux leather, the fabric is high-quality, water-resistant, and cruelty-free.
    Izzy Baskette, People.com, 22 May 2025
Adjective
  • 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
  • Subjected to an almost watertight international arms embargo, Iran was forced to rely mostly on self-sufficiency, religious zeal, and patriotism.
    Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • GoPro Max for $822: GoPro's entry into the 360 camera world, the Max is a capable action camera, featuring 6K video in a waterproof form factor with industry-leading stabilization.
    Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 12 May 2025
  • The lights are made from a type of waterproof and corrosion-resistant plastic that can last multiple seasons, even through harsh Southern temperatures and seasonal weather conditions.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 9 May 2025

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“Water-repellent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/water-repellent. Accessed 27 May. 2025.

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