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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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The thing to remember is that thinner angles, from 10 to 15 degrees for sushi knives, are sharper but dull faster, while wider angles, from 20 to 25 degrees, are sturdier but less sharp.David Hochman, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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In turn, the tree was super sturdy and held ornaments with ease.Genevieve Cepeda, People.com, 19 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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Some executives believe that AI development will itself sooner or later migrate to impenetrable bunkers whose supercomputers will be powered with nuclear reactors.Henry A. Kissinger, Foreign Affairs, 18 Nov. 2024
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Ahead, an impenetrable tangle of pine forest that's home to all manner of bird and beast.Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Nov. 2024
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Many are concerned about possible large-scale layoffs and substantial alterations to the federal workforce.Jack Kelly, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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And now its lofty and larger sister spread has just popped up on the market, asking an even more substantial $27.5 million.Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2024
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“Nonporous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonporous. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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