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Manufactured since the 1940s to make products nonstick, stain-resistant and water-repellent, PFAS chemicals have been linked to cancer, obesity, thyroid disease, high cholesterol, decreased fertility, liver damage, hormone disruption and damage to the immune system, according to the EPA.
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Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2026
The outside is water-repellent, while the inside is spill-proof (so feel free to toss liquids inside).
—Sarah Han, Allure, 15 Mar. 2026
The residue left behind by liquid fabric softeners builds up over time, creating a water-repellent barrier on fibers.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 10 Mar. 2026
What’s not up for dispute is the garment’s make, focused on a water-repellent gabardine fabric that proved much lighter and more breathable than the heavy wool field jackets British troops were used to in the field.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2026
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Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2026
The outside is water-repellent, while the inside is spill-proof (so feel free to toss liquids inside).
—Sarah Han, Allure, 15 Mar. 2026
The residue left behind by liquid fabric softeners builds up over time, creating a water-repellent barrier on fibers.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 10 Mar. 2026
What’s not up for dispute is the garment’s make, focused on a water-repellent gabardine fabric that proved much lighter and more breathable than the heavy wool field jackets British troops were used to in the field.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for water-repellent
Adjective
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High-quality ’80s boomboxes come with water-resistant features.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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The HydroBag features water-resistant pockets for large phones, keys, lipstick, wallet, and more, plus slots for credit cards.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
25 Apr. 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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There’s a trolley sleeve on the back to slip over a suitcase, and the waterproof material will keep your items protected no matter how rough the TSA is with it.—
Olivia Dubyak,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2026
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Each piece is rust-resistant, and the cushions are waterproof to hold up against any weather condition.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Water-repellent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/water-repellent. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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