life net

Example Sentences

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But the day his testimony ended, he sent one of his attorneys scuttling off to court to prepare a legal life net to jump into.

From Time Magazine Archive

A daring young man, he dived for an A.M.G. life net, later sported a U.S. uniform while his old pals were marched off to jail.

From Time Magazine Archive

"And what a fine moving picture we all made holding that life net for you this afternoon," Cleo reminded her, laughingly.

From The Girl Scouts at Sea Crest Or, the Wig Wag Rescue by Garis, Lilian

When Joe was ready he suddenly let go and turned a backward somersault to the life net.

From Joe Strong on the Trapeze or The Daring Feats of a Young Circus Performer by Barnum, Vance

"I don't believe anything will happen, and if—if he should fall—see!" and she pointed to where a detachment of city firemen stood ready with their life net.

From The Moving Picture Girls at Rocky Ranch Or, Great Days Among the Cowboys by Hope, Laura Lee