as in waterproof
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Recent Examples of water-resistant
With a padded laptop sleeve, water-resistant lining, multiple pockets for big and large items, and a zippered closure, your belongings are sure to stay safe inside as well.
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Jordyn Burrell, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2025
The fabric is a lightweight yet stretchy blend of durable polyester and spandex that’s water-resistant and moisture-wicking.
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 16 Feb. 2025
One of its best features is its water-resistant material that can easily endure both wind and rain.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2025
This bag is attractive, water-resistant, and full of organized pockets; the hardware also feels premium.
—Adrienne So, WIRED, 13 Feb. 2025
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Jordyn Burrell, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2025
The fabric is a lightweight yet stretchy blend of durable polyester and spandex that’s water-resistant and moisture-wicking.
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 16 Feb. 2025
One of its best features is its water-resistant material that can easily endure both wind and rain.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2025
This bag is attractive, water-resistant, and full of organized pockets; the hardware also feels premium.
—Adrienne So, WIRED, 13 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for water-resistant
Recent Examples of Synonyms for water-resistant
Adjective
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And if waterproof eye makeup has left you rubbing and regretting in the past, don’t worry—we’ve found long-wear options that deliver a comfortable, smudge-proof definition without the teary-eyed struggle.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
17 Feb. 2025
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It’s also designed with a waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex two-layer construction with a rugged, recycled face fabric, and all the pockets and accouterments a resort ripper could want.—
Drew Zieff,
Outside Online,
16 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Des Cars wrote that parts of the museum are no longer watertight, posing a risk to the art’s safety.—
Madeline Fitzgerald,
Quartz,
28 Jan. 2025
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The Woods Hole underwater acoustic system includes off-the-shelf components in a watertight Pelican case.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
20 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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The fabric is water-repellent to keep your belongings dry.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
24 Feb. 2025
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And the water-repellent finish ensures everything stays secure and dry.—
Barry Samaha,
Glamour,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Water-resistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/water-resistant. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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