water-resistant

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Among the synthetic products, 19 claimed to be flame retardant, three were labeled water resistant, nine advertised heat resistance, and three promoted "green" claims such as "no PVC" or "non-toxic."

From Science Daily • Feb. 19, 2026

They are used in a lot of cosmetic products and toiletries because they make the product smoother, water resistant and easier to apply.

From Salon • Dec. 4, 2023

One of the guests admired her cloth kuspuk, a traditional Alaska Native garment similar to a smock, and wanted to know if it was water resistant.

From Washington Times • Jun. 18, 2023

Plaster can also be water resistant, while common plaster coatings were made from lime, a substance with antiseptic qualities.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 9, 2022

That’s when whatever keeps it water resistant breaks down and the whole schedule rinses away.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins