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protective mask

A protective ensemble designed to protect the wearer's face and eyes and prevent the breathing of air contaminated with chemical and/or biological agents. See also mission-oriented protective posture.
Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. US Department of Defense 2005.
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We respect DR Congo much and have done our homework studying them." Egyptian veteran defender, Ahmed Hegazi, is expected to start the game against Congo wearing a protective mask following the head injury he suffered during the opening game.
Nikola Katic will play in a protective mask for the European Under-21 Championships after smashing his nose.
The Rangers defender will play for his country in a protective mask for the European Under-21s Championship.
But Southend replied three minutes from time when Humphrys, who was playing with a protective mask due to a broken nose, fired home from close range to spark wild celebrations among the fans.
The only thing bothering Rosario, though, is his adjustment to the protective mask he has to wear during games.
City's Germany star has finally cast aside the protective mask he's been wearing since just after the World Cup.
Gundogan, 27, has joked on Instagram that his protective mask resembles Zorro, as he joined pre-season training with City's other international stars.
Jacques Maghoma plays in the protective mask against Fulham
The club didn't state how long Ramos will be sidelined, but Madrid-based sports daily Marca reported he could return as early as next weekend for Malaga's trip to the Santiago Bernabeu with the aid of a protective mask. Ramos is expected to miss Real's Champions League trip to APOEL Nicosia on Tuesday where a win will secure the European champions' place in the last 16.
A Saudi wears a protective mask before the start of the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
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Wired for survival at all costs, we learn early on that our survival depends on meeting the expectations of our family, friends, and culture, so we form a protective mask, called a "personality," or "persona" (Greek for mask), to hide our authentic selves -- a mask that, over time, imprisons us.

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