brandish

Example Sentences

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I twisted in his arms and brandished the sprayer over my shoulder to sprinkle him again, but he managed to turn it on me.

From Literature

The Iron Maiden, registered in the Marshall Islands, and the Liberia-flagged Sino Ocean, brandished China links while sailing through the strait, then removed them once they were out.

From Barron's

They also brandished placards emblazoned with various messages playing on the company's name, such as "Berliners Axed, Shareholders Flourishing" and "Budget Above Staff Futures?"

From Barron's

A woman swung open the door, brandishing a wooden spoon.

From Literature

There was speculation about the contents of a piece of paper he brandished during the visit to Oman, but so far no new date for talks has been set.

From Barron's