life vest

noun

Examples of life vest in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Kim's White Party appearance comes on heels of a sunny vacation in Greece, where the star was photographed a white bikini top and life vest riding a jet ski. Luke Chinman, Peoplemag, 6 July 2024 In November 2022, a Florida woman directed a Cuban migrant smuggling venture using a boat overloaded with passengers without life vests, according to U.S. authorities. Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 25 June 2024 When heading into rivers and streams, always take precautions, such as wearing a life vest, bringing a life preserver with you, and following all river/stream closures. Brie Stimson, Fox News, 23 June 2024 During a pool party over Memorial Day weekend, Matthew Shortridge and other adults were watching the pool when his daughter left to have her floaties and life vest removed, the family told ABC News and NBC affiliate WCNC. Brenton Blanchet, Peoplemag, 21 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for life vest 

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Word History

First Known Use

1848, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of life vest was in 1848

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“Life vest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life%20vest. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

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