life raft

Example Sentences

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Sajili clung to a small part of the boat that stayed above the waterline until the last possible moment, before letting go and swimming towards a life raft.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

I’m like the human life raft that everyone can come to when they need a little break.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 15, 2025

The searchers found a life raft but no sign of the Ouvéa or its crew.

From Slate • Jul. 22, 2025

Humor is his life raft because he neglects to plot much of a course around the seas of memory.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2025

With every step, Ekon felt it—the distinct sensation of releasing a life raft and casting himself into unknown waters.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray