life jacket

Example Sentences

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The youngster said he started heading for shore with just his life jacket but later abandoned it to swim unencumbered.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

The man, who was not wearing a wetsuit or life jacket, managed to get back on the bed but was dragged off course by currents, so he called 999.

From BBC • Jan. 12, 2026

The authority added that it would set up a high-level investigation committee with the transport ministry and launch a "sustained lakeside safety enforcement operation" to ensure compliance with passenger limits and life jacket rules.

From Barron's • Oct. 12, 2025

Miscellaneous items include a life jacket for dogs.

From BBC • Sep. 28, 2025

I’m struggling in a black ocean, a life jacket across my chest, an anchor on my leg.

From "Everything, Everything" by Nicola Yoon