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Recent Examples of water-resistant
Formulas that aren’t water-resistant can slide around once your skin gets wet, and rubbing your eyes only compounds the problem.
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Cheryl Wagemann, Glamour, 5 Aug. 2025
During the worst downpour of the trip, these water-resistant pants kept my legs completely dry underneath.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025
However, a few extra bits of kit made the experience that much safer: Namely, a good knife and an accurate, water-resistant wristwatch.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2025
This clear sunscreen stick contains SPF 60 sun protection that’s water-resistant for up to 80 minutes.
—Jené Luciani Sena , Caitlyn Martyn
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Cheryl Wagemann, Glamour, 5 Aug. 2025
During the worst downpour of the trip, these water-resistant pants kept my legs completely dry underneath.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025
However, a few extra bits of kit made the experience that much safer: Namely, a good knife and an accurate, water-resistant wristwatch.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2025
This clear sunscreen stick contains SPF 60 sun protection that’s water-resistant for up to 80 minutes.
—Jené Luciani Sena , Caitlyn Martyn
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, 28 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for water-resistant
Adjective
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The batteries also have fully aluminum, waterproof cases, which are necessary in the Oregon rain.—
Julian Chokkattu,
Wired News,
16 Aug. 2025
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Pack warm layers, waterproof gear, sturdy boots, and enough supplies to be self-sufficient, as cell coverage and fuel stations are rare in this remote wilderness.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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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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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
Adjective
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Find jackets and sweatshirts that are water-repellent.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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The boots have insulating and water-repellent materials to keep your feet warm and dry.—
Rylee Johnston,
People.com,
10 Aug. 2025
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“Water-resistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/water-resistant. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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