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Recent Examples of water-resistant
These boots by Toms are water-resistant for inclement weather and stylish enough to wear with dresses, skirts, slacks, and more.
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Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2026
Both models are in turn available in wool weave choices of StormCell or more wind- and water-resistant SuperCell, and in light and heavy fabric weights.
—New Atlas, 5 Jan. 2026
Urban Decay's foray comes in five sweat-and-water-resistant shades that nourish lashes with peptides, hyaluronic acid and castor oil.
—Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 5 Jan. 2026
Any New Yorker will tell you that a long puffer coat is a cold weather staple, and this hooded, water-resistant option is a great value.
—Jordan Julian, InStyle, 2 Jan. 2026
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Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2026
Both models are in turn available in wool weave choices of StormCell or more wind- and water-resistant SuperCell, and in light and heavy fabric weights.
—New Atlas, 5 Jan. 2026
Urban Decay's foray comes in five sweat-and-water-resistant shades that nourish lashes with peptides, hyaluronic acid and castor oil.
—Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 5 Jan. 2026
Any New Yorker will tell you that a long puffer coat is a cold weather staple, and this hooded, water-resistant option is a great value.
—Jordan Julian, InStyle, 2 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for water-resistant
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These durable, waterproof luggage sleeves fit squarely over your suitcase in order to protect its shell from scuffs, bumps, and scrapes, all while allowing the color of your luggage to show through.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2026
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Make sure your family is prepared for time outdoors with waterproof gloves, winter coats, warm hats, scarves, sturdy boots, and insulating base layers.—
Erica Jackson Curran,
Parents,
11 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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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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Canada Goose Lawrence Puffer Jacket Designed with a water-repellent finish, the Lawrence Puffer Jacket can easily handle all kinds of weather.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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It’s made of water-repellent nylon that also resists stains and dries quickly.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Dec. 2025
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“Water-resistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/water-resistant. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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