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as in nonabsorbent
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as in impermeable
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Recent Examples of nonporous
All three materials are nonporous and can be thoroughly cleaned after each use.
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Sophie Saint Thomas, Allure, 30 Sep. 2023
Porcelain is a type of ceramic with a glazed, nonporous surface that is generally dishwasher- and microwave-safe.
—Samantha MacAvoy, Good Housekeeping, 30 Aug. 2023
Enter ceramic, the most nonporous (and therefore stain resistant) option on this list.
—Alyssa Longobucco, House Beautiful, 29 July 2023
These pots and pans have a slick, nonporous chemical coating along the inside that creates a nonreactive surface that keeps food from sticking.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 13 July 2023
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Sophie Saint Thomas, Allure, 30 Sep. 2023
Porcelain is a type of ceramic with a glazed, nonporous surface that is generally dishwasher- and microwave-safe.
—Samantha MacAvoy, Good Housekeeping, 30 Aug. 2023
Enter ceramic, the most nonporous (and therefore stain resistant) option on this list.
—Alyssa Longobucco, House Beautiful, 29 July 2023
These pots and pans have a slick, nonporous chemical coating along the inside that creates a nonreactive surface that keeps food from sticking.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 13 July 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonporous
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Because most cities are covered in nonporous, nonabsorbent surfaces, all the grime, toxins and trash in the city are washed out by rainwater during storms — and washed into the nearby waterways, farms and oceans.Annalee Newitz, Discover Magazine, 28 May 2013
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The deets: With a mesh upper, polyester lacing, removable arch support, and nonabsorbent foam, this shoe is built for wet conditions.Outside Online, Outside Online, 27 Aug. 2021
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Clay deposits, forming an impermeable layer, result in waterlogged soil.David Bressan, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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There is a retention pond to capture heavy rain, minimum impermeable surfaces, and any runoff is directed to trees and plants.Jennifer Castenson, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
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Some of the main selling points include the sturdy zipper that didn’t snag once during testing and the 600-fill down for its insulated warmth.Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2024
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In the finish, these sturdy tasting notes split open to reveal sandalwood spice that lingers for several beats.Brad Japhe, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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Elsewhere, all the seasickness and disorientation — down to the sound of the bullets and the code names of Omaha Beach sectors — were factually watertight.Tomris Laffly, EW.com, 6 July 2024
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This is literally making sure the car is watertight and noise proof because sealing also stops noise getting in.WIRED, WIRED, 15 June 2023
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With speculators and short sellers focused on technical indicators, the seemingly impenetrable $50 level was an easy read.John S. Tobey, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
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Will this tour win over new fans to Soul Coughing’s sometimes impenetrable music?Jeff Miller, Variety, 12 Sep. 2024
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The lot of the property covers a substantial area of 7,035 square feet.Bay Area Home Report, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Still, conventional computing logic suggests that the desktop implementation would draw more speed out of it with more powerful cooling and more space for more substantial cooling hardware.PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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“Nonporous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonporous. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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