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knife

[nahyf] / naɪf /




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Officers recovered what is believed to be a kitchen knife at the scene, Henderson confirmed.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

"Of course we would consider the likes of knife amnesties if that is something the police and other partners feel is helpful," he told the programme.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Mousley said Digwa was carrying a knife in a sheath, as well as a second, larger dagger linked to his tradition as a member of the Nihang order of Sikhs.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The judge who sentenced Digwa said he was carrying a knife in a sheath, as well as a second, larger dagger linked to his tradition as a member of the Nihang order of Sikhs.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

I put my knife and fork together, wiped my mouth with my serviette and said, ‘Please may I leave the table?’

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler




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