brandish

Example Sentences

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Aside from the multiple cell phone camera angles, witnesses stated in sworn testimonies that Pretti was not brandishing a gun when federal immigration officers descended on him.

From Salon

The 79-year-old brandished a folder in front of reporters that he said listed 365 achievements since he was sworn in on January 20 last year.

From Barron's

And the threats from police have not stopped Wine's supporters brandishing the flag at rallies.

From Barron's

As soon as Taylor brandished a yellow, the VAR immediately sent him to the screen because the check had taken place during treatment.

From BBC

From Nepal to Peru, Morocco and Madagascar, brandishing the symbol of a skull and crossbones in a straw hat, Gen Z protests across the world stood up to authorities in 2025, even toppling two governments.

From Barron's