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Some hurled life jackets into the water as survivors drifted away.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN, 27 Oct. 2024
These cards include information on evacuating the area, using life jackets, and locating emergency exits.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 12 Oct. 2024
The North Madison Volunteer Fire Department said the missing people do not have life jackets and that multiple personnel and ambulances from the towns surrounding Old Saybrook are assisting with the operation.
—Jon Haworth, ABC News, 3 Sep. 2024
Wear a properly fitting U.S. Coast Guard/Transport Canada approved personal flotation device or life jacket at all times.
—Kayla Cockrel, Detroit Free Press, 14 Aug. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1883, in the meaning defined above
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“Life jacket.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life%20jacket. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
life jacket
noun
: a life preserver that is worn like a jacket or vest
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