ring buoy
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Rescuers spot a person struggling in the water, rush out and throw them a doughnut-shaped ring buoy.
From Washington Post • Aug. 6, 2022
Through mock rescues the group has honed its technique, which works with nearly any ring buoy and lifting strap.
From Time Magazine Archive
Either stop the boat near the victim and throw a ring buoy and line, or tow the buoy, steering in a circle around the victim to draw the buoy within reach.
From Time Magazine Archive
"I see them," Jack answered, throwing the ring buoy with true aim.
From Boy Scouts in Southern Waters by Ralphson, G. Harvey (George Harvey)
Dashing the water from his face, Tom seized the ring buoy and with its assistance supported Charley's face free of the surface until drawn to the side of the Fortuna and relieved of his burden.
From Boy Scouts in Southern Waters by Ralphson, G. Harvey (George Harvey)
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