dagger

Example Sentences

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The novel’s satisfying denouement is assured when a disgraced former colleague of Ben’s, gloriously named Richard Take, accepts the proverbial dagger from Martin.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

Section 114 housed the pockets of Clippers die-hards he’d glance at after every dagger three or rim-rattling “Lob City” spectacle.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 28, 2025

Clinging to a fragile five-point lead, Julie Allemand elevated what could’ve been the dagger with 48 seconds left — a shot that would’ve ballooned the lead to eight.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 13, 2025

"You remind me of myself at your age and there are things you should learn. You are our dagger in Europe and we will be sharpening you carefully so that you will become sharper."

From BBC • Jul. 8, 2025

It was a tiny dagger, no longer than her hand.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray