knives

Example Sentences

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I bought a knife roll that was more expensive than any of the knives inside it.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

The first lady’s remarks came after a man armed with a shotgun, handgun and several knives breached security at the Washington black-tie event on April 25.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

People familiar with the investigation said authorities also found in the room a bookbag, a 10-round magazine, two knives, a Metro receipt and a filtered mask.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

A man arrested trying to break into the Israeli embassy in London, armed with two knives, put his "life on the line" trying to get to the UK, a jury has heard.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Maddie asks with a voice full of knives.

From "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty