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hard hats

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plural of hard hat

as in high hats

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Scientists dream of making spider silk into high-performing materials for seat belts, helmets, naval materials, and even scaffolds to help repair brain cells.

— Yasemin Saplakoglu, Quanta Magazine, 28 Oct. 2026
Riddell, likewise, has faced a number of high-profile lawsuits, primarily involving allegations that its football helmets failed to adequately protect athletes from head injuries.

— Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 27 Oct. 2026

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