brandishing

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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

At St. Göran’s, staff brandishing iPad minis closely track patient data while digital systems monitor costs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

“It’s hard to argue that brandishing a firearm during a traffic misunderstanding is either allowed by federal law or necessary and proper for fulfilling ICE’s duties,” he said.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 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

“Stop that ruckus!” he railed, brandishing his own cane.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane