LEAKY Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

leaky

adjective

Definition of leaky

as in porous

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Recent Examples of leaky This launch was delayed several weeks to fix a leaky valve on Dragon’s propulsion system, work that involved cutting out the suspect valve and welding in a new one, an unusual but apparently successful repair method. — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 2 Oct. 2026 The Chiefs may come out of this one concerned about their young defense, which failed to consistently pressure Willis and was leaky in the secondary. — Kansas City Star, 27 Sep. 2026 If the environment around the technology is leaky, both points collapse. — James Lindsey, Forbes.com, 24 Sep. 2026 No bulky bottles, no leaky pumps – Hand Pop's press-to-activate wipes unfold to a generous 10 inches wide for a larger cleaning surface, delivering an alcohol-free, skin-friendly cleanse that fits in a gym bag, purse, pocket or luggage. — ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for leaky

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porous

Adjective

But the expansion of Bioko's strategy presents formidable challenges, from porous international borders to the sheer scale of the territory.

— ABC News, ABC News, 18 Oct. 2026
His income will be augmented by a deal to help control Haiti’s porous border with the Dominican Republic for the next 10 years in return for 10% of any new customs revenue collected.

— Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2026

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