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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Using antibacterial soap and wearing breathable fabrics can also be effective.
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Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2025
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Our top discoveries include pants made from breathable linen blends, wide-leg trousers, and more styles — all under $40.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 13 July 2025
Swap your usual comforter and sheets for breathable materials like linen, cotton, and percale blends that won’t weigh you down or keep you up when the house stays hot at night.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 13 July 2025
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Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2025
Metal Vent Tech Short-sleeve Shirt UV-protective, chafe-free, and breathable are the top takeaways from Lululemon's Metal Vent Tech Short-sleeve T-shirt.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
Our top discoveries include pants made from breathable linen blends, wide-leg trousers, and more styles — all under $40.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 13 July 2025
Swap your usual comforter and sheets for breathable materials like linen, cotton, and percale blends that won’t weigh you down or keep you up when the house stays hot at night.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 13 July 2025
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“Breathable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breathable. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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