as in hoods
a hard covering that is worn to protect your head
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Recent Examples of helmets
As seen in videos of the rescue, a group of people wearing helmets pulled up both the firefighter and the dog, who was placed in a white duffel bag with a sturdy harness.
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Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
Europeans still seem to have their helmets strapped on securely.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 21 Jan. 2026
New England won in a performance that had more in common with leather helmets than dominance.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 19 Jan. 2026
The Newlane Mips Foldable Helmet offers all the convenience of foldable bike helmets, but integrates Mips (Multi-directional Impact Protection System) Air Node safety into its design.
—New Atlas, 18 Jan. 2026
San Francisco starts hot But don’t expect the Niners to come out in a phone booth, banging helmets.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2026
Protests, tear gas and another shooting In Minneapolis, smoke filled the streets Wednesday night near the site of the latest shooting as federal officers wearing gas masks and helmets fired tear gas into a small crowd.
—Steve Karnowski, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2026
On Wednesday, federal officers wearing gas masks and helmets fired tear gas.
—Mara H. Gottfried, Twin Cities, 15 Jan. 2026
Franklin girls coach Brendan LaMarre helped come up with the idea to make professional stickers in honor of Assad for players to wear on their helmets.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 15 Jan. 2026
Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
Europeans still seem to have their helmets strapped on securely.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 21 Jan. 2026
New England won in a performance that had more in common with leather helmets than dominance.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 19 Jan. 2026
The Newlane Mips Foldable Helmet offers all the convenience of foldable bike helmets, but integrates Mips (Multi-directional Impact Protection System) Air Node safety into its design.
—New Atlas, 18 Jan. 2026
San Francisco starts hot But don’t expect the Niners to come out in a phone booth, banging helmets.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2026
Protests, tear gas and another shooting In Minneapolis, smoke filled the streets Wednesday night near the site of the latest shooting as federal officers wearing gas masks and helmets fired tear gas into a small crowd.
—Steve Karnowski, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2026
On Wednesday, federal officers wearing gas masks and helmets fired tear gas.
—Mara H. Gottfried, Twin Cities, 15 Jan. 2026
Franklin girls coach Brendan LaMarre helped come up with the idea to make professional stickers in honor of Assad for players to wear on their helmets.
—Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for helmets
Noun
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These rodents are also attracted to grease left on stovetops, range hoods, and other kitchen surfaces.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
16 Jan. 2026
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This includes quiet dishwasher models and range hoods that are both quiet and effective at removing smoke, steam, and odors from the room.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Accessories like berets and scarves popped in red tartan, while others wrapped bundled up in Burberry’s check.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
20 Jan. 2026
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So grab your bags, your berets, and maybe your best selfie face?—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
15 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Working with various British helms over the years — Sir Ben Ainslie, Giles Scott and more recently Fletcher — part of Great Britain’s strength last year was the duo’s ever-solid partnership.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
14 Jan. 2026
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For 35 years, the nonprofit that Ridgeway, the former Eagle mayor, now helms operated a senior center in the small city building on Old State Street.—
Rose Evans
Updated December 10,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Distinguished gentlemen boasting dashing Hessian boots and tall beaver hats.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Jan. 2026
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Blankets, warm clothing, hats and gloves.—
Matt Randolph,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Helmets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/helmets. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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