duelist

Example Sentences

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Cabras, who is Filipino, said she felt represented by one of the agents in particular: Neon, a blue- and yellow-haired duelist from the Philippines.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 31, 2023

These are tools for a serious duelist, with weighted barrels and adjustable front and rear sights to improve accuracy.

From Washington Post • May 25, 2018

One need not be a pugilist like Teddy Roosevelt or duelist like Andrew Jackson to defend one’s honor.

From Washington Times • Sep. 27, 2016

Mr. Sarris gained renown as an intellectual duelist, battling most spectacularly with Ms. Kael, who wrote for The New Yorker.

From New York Times • Jun. 20, 2012

This was the parry of a skilled duelist to divert an attack and gain breathing-time.

From The Bartlett Mystery by Tracy, Louis