How to Use flotation device in a Sentence
flotation device
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And right now, none of these clubs would even merit a wild-card flotation device.
—Gabe Lacques, USA TODAY, 6 June 2023
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Have life-saving devices near the pool, such as a hook, pole or flotation device.
—Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 28 June 2023
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Have life-saving devices near the pool, such as a hook, pole, or flotation device.
—Eshaan Sarup, The Arizona Republic, 26 Feb. 2024
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Have life-saving devices near the pool, such as a hook, pole, or flotation device.
—Vivian Barrett, The Arizona Republic, 3 July 2024
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Have life-saving devices near the pool, such as a hook, pole, or flotation device.
—Perry Vandell, The Arizona Republic, 16 May 2023
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The flotation device is a big ring attached to 100 feet of rope.
—Ellie Willard, The Arizona Republic, 5 June 2023
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Seek a lifeguard, call 911 or throw a flotation device their way.
—Forrest Brown, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2025
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When one of them began to struggle, the man jumped in and brought a throwable flotation device from the vessel.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 9 June 2026
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The drones are tasked with detecting swimmers in distress and can drop a flotation device the swimmer can grab on to.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 27 July 2024
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The news release said Gadbois was wearing a flotation device and the caller was able to bring him back to shore.
—Forum News Service, Twin Cities, 12 Jan. 2024
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But getting a flotation device perfectly into the hands of a panicky swimmer is not a sure bet.
—Corey Kilgannon, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2024
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This flotation device served as the machine’s hull in the water, and was shaped like a trefoil to leave room for the airflow of the rotors.
—IEEE Spectrum, 10 July 2023
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Bring your own watercraft and wear a personal flotation device and whistle.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 May 2025
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Pool station – a flotation device to help James enjoy the water safely.
—Lauren Crawford, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
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The child, who was not wearing a flotation device, fell into the water and was rescued by a kayaker, troopers said.
—Paloma Chavez, Miami Herald, 10 June 2025
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Wear a personal flotation device and bring a watercraft and whistle.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2025
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Rangers and investigators didn’t find a personal flotation device on or near the man.
—Brooke Baitinger, Idaho Statesman, 15 July 2024
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Bring a kayak, canoe, or stand-up paddleboard, along with a personal flotation device and whistle.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2025
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Paddlers must wear a personal flotation device and bring their own watercraft and whistle.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2025
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Included in that preparation is making sure there is a flotation device for everyone on board.
—Joe Van Ryn, CBS News, 13 May 2026
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Even lifeguards only attempt a rescue using a flotation device!
—Cara Korte, CBS News, 6 June 2023
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Paddlers must bring their watercraft, a personal flotation device such as a life jacket, and a whistle.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Jan. 2025
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In other words, even when a child is wearing a flotation device, accidents can easily happen.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 25 July 2023
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In other words, even when a child is wearing a flotation device, accidents can easily happen.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 18 June 2024
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Six-pack vessels are still required to have a licensed crew member aboard, as well as a personal flotation device for each person on the boat.
—Michelle Theriault Boots, Anchorage Daily News, 31 May 2023
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If possible, throw them something that floats and never enter the water without a flotation device.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 7 Apr. 2026
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The man, who was wearing a flotation device at the time of the crash, was found safe by sheriff’s office rescuers while sitting atop one of the plane’s pontoons.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026
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The operator is required to attach the engine cutoff switch lanyard, if equipped, to his or her clothes or flotation device.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2025
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The operator is required to attach the engine cutoff switch lanyard, if equipped, to his or her clothes or flotation device.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2025
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Nearly 80% of the victims were not wearing a personal flotation device.
—Gavin Off, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2024
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