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hard hat

NOUN
protective headgear
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In a hard hat and hi-viz vest, Asdourian appears climbing ladders to tape- and marker-over all mentions of the brand.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 27, 2026

He’s a cute little fella, decked out in his reflective vest, hard hat and work boots, with his big eyes and a fixed grin.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 5, 2026

When I saw her, brandishing a hard hat and trowel at a housebuilding site, there seemed no question of her going anywhere.

From BBC Sep. 6, 2025

He is a Black Brooklyn native who came to the park from work, still dressed in his hi-vis vest and construction hard hat.

From Slate May 30, 2024

Luxa’s torch had burned out, leaving only his hard hat for light.

From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins




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