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brandishing

VERB

flaunt, swing around

Synonyms

STRONGEST

flash trot out wield

STRONG

display disport exhibit expose gesture parade raise shake show sport swing threaten warn

WEAK

come on strong show off throw weight around

Antonyms

STRONG

abandon conceal cover guard hide protect save

WEAK

not show

Example Sentences

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About six months later, Vivos sought to evict him, citing a rule against brandishing firearms—a rule added after he signed his lease.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

He stood on the roof of the Cigars & Stripes BBQ Lounge, brandishing a chicken wing and a fridge-size bottle of barbecue sauce while chewing on a stogie.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Martin rose to infamy brandishing legal jeopardy against his foes.

From Slate • Mar. 11, 2026

Shortly after Pretti was killed, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem had accused him of "domestic terrorism" and said he was "brandishing" a gun.

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026

“Something sure did,” I agree, brandishing my phone.

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman