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Recent Examples of water-repellent
The water-repellent exterior is durable and reinforced to prevent tears.
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Shalwah Evans, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025
Other women’s items include a bralette and a woven jumpsuit made of a stretchy and water-repellent fabric.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 26 Nov. 2025
To further manage internal and external moisture, the jacket relies on a combination of Nike's quick-wicking/dispersing Dri-Fit fabric, water-repellent Repel four-way-stretch fabric, and durable water repellent (DWR) baffle material.
—New Atlas, 19 Nov. 2025
Cotton Incorporated’s development of water-repellent and abrasion-resistant technologies, including Storm Cotton for water resistance and Tough Cotton for durability, help reduce waste and extend product lifespan.
—Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 18 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for water-repellent
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This bag is made from water-resistant material, and the adjustable strap allows it to be worn around the waist or off the shoulder.—
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Soft, sturdy and water-resistant, this playpen for dogs is made with small pups in mind.—
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Flooding concerns were also addressed, with the company explaining that its tunnels are designed to be watertight.—
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The deal is not yet watertight and needs to be implemented by individual members.—
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Just remember to pack plenty of waterproof gear.—
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From waterproof outerwear that won’t fail mid-run and base layers that keep warmth in, to the small-but-critical accessories travelers forget most, these pros break down exactly what’s worth packing.—
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“Water-repellent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/water-repellent. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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