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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Grid fleece with a wind shell is better at blocking the wind than traditional fleece and more breathable as well.
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Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 18 Apr. 2025
The cotton-nylon blend is breathable and lightweight—ideal for hot, sticky days—while the soft inner lining ensures full coverage and comfort.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2025
Lightly weighted but breathable, warm but moisture-wicking.
—Sarah Madaus, Architectural Digest, 17 Apr. 2025
It’s made of cotton and spandex, resulting in a lightweight, breathable, and comfy fabric blend that’s perfect for warmer temps.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
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Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 18 Apr. 2025
The cotton-nylon blend is breathable and lightweight—ideal for hot, sticky days—while the soft inner lining ensures full coverage and comfort.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2025
Lightly weighted but breathable, warm but moisture-wicking.
—Sarah Madaus, Architectural Digest, 17 Apr. 2025
It’s made of cotton and spandex, resulting in a lightweight, breathable, and comfy fabric blend that’s perfect for warmer temps.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
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“Breathable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breathable. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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