as in noncombustible
incapable of being burned
remember to store valuable papers in a fireproof box
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Recent Examples of fireproof
Keep them in one waterproof, fireproof case to take with you.
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Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 12 Jan. 2024
Its silhouette is lean, almost balletic in line, and built from the fireproof sneakers worn by Formula 1 Drivers in the 1980s.
—Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2024
The plug uses a splash-proof design and is made of fireproof materials.
—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 27 Sep. 2024
Important Documents Important paperwork should be organized, readily accessible, and protected—ideally in a fireproof safe.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2024
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Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 12 Jan. 2024
Its silhouette is lean, almost balletic in line, and built from the fireproof sneakers worn by Formula 1 Drivers in the 1980s.
—Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2024
The plug uses a splash-proof design and is made of fireproof materials.
—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 27 Sep. 2024
Important Documents Important paperwork should be organized, readily accessible, and protected—ideally in a fireproof safe.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for fireproof
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fireproof
Adjective
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Other tips include installing ember-resistant vents, fire-retardant roofs and building the first 6 inches of exterior walls with noncombustible materials, like brick.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA TODAY,
16 Jan. 2025
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Relocate firewood and lumber to Zone 2. Replace combustible fencing, gates, and arbors attached to the home with noncombustible alternatives.—
Eric Mack,
Forbes,
11 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The Tribune claimed its four-story building constructed of stone, brick and iron at the southeast corner of Dearborn and Madison streets was incombustible.—
Chicago Tribune staff,
Chicago Tribune,
22 May 2022
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The Chicago Tribune claimed its four-story building constructed of stone, brick and iron at the southeast corner of Dearborn and Madison streets was incombustible.—
Kori Rumore,
chicagotribune.com,
1 Oct. 2021
Adjective
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Miller also recommended a buffer zone between homes and wildland areas, which would be kept clear and contain nonflammable vegetation.—
Denise Chow,
NBC News,
22 Jan. 2025
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The reaction produces a nonflammable carbon material, thereby slowing a blaze to buy firefighters time.—
Minyvonne Burke,
NBC News,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Fireproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fireproof. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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