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porous

[pawr-uhs, pohr-] / ˈpɔr əs, ˈpoʊr- /
ADJECTIVE
having holes; absorbent
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Its porous architecture, combined with its ability to keep EV signals concentrated in the damaged region, appeared to be critical to the repair response.

From Science Daily Sep. 4, 2026

Nigeria has become a major hub for the illegal trade of vultures, conservationists say, partly because of its biodiversity and porous borders.

From BBC Aug. 12, 2026

They brilliantly reveal Babitz’s eye for the deep shallow as well as explore the porous boundary between the largely self-inflicted injuries of her private life and the glittering sheen of her public persona.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 27, 2026

U.S. officials say Syria could play a larger role in securing its porous border with Lebanon.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 21, 2026

Whether Reuben hit them directly or not, water was going to come at them from every one of those directions—plus down from the clouds and up through the porous limestone underneath the city.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz




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