breathable
adjective
breath·able
ˈbrē-t͟hə-bəl 
1
: suitable for breathing
breathable air
2
: allowing air to pass through : porous
a breathable synthetic fabric
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This small fix can make a world of difference for making time in your garage more enjoyable (and breathable).
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Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 7 June 2025
The fabric is breathable, non-clingy, and not see-through, though several shoppers recommend being mindful of your underwear choice, as panty lines can show.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 6 June 2025
From cushioned insoles and supportive arches to breathable materials and flexible soles.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 6 June 2025
Adding perlite creates a lighter, fluffier potting mix that remains loose and breathable, allowing plenty of oxygen to reach the roots of potted plants.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2025
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Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 7 June 2025
The fabric is breathable, non-clingy, and not see-through, though several shoppers recommend being mindful of your underwear choice, as panty lines can show.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 6 June 2025
From cushioned insoles and supportive arches to breathable materials and flexible soles.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 6 June 2025
Adding perlite creates a lighter, fluffier potting mix that remains loose and breathable, allowing plenty of oxygen to reach the roots of potted plants.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for breathable
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“Breathable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breathable. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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