fist

Example Sentences

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“I believe him. He got it right in here,” he said, pounding a fist over his heart.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

Prosecutors say El Hishri ran the prison with an iron fist, with special responsibility over the women's section.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Hoover was competent and corrupt, famously controlling the FBI with an iron fist.

From Salon • May 8, 2026

In 1983, a Murdoch-sponsored yacht collided with Turner's boat in an Australian race, which led Turner to challenge Murdoch to a fist fight.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

The ablutionist coughed into his fist and thanked Samir with a few strange syllables.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri