firearm

Example Sentences

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It is unclear from the clip if the suspect's firearm is discharged.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

Torrance was home to 18 firearm dealers as of November 2023, as The Times has reported.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

State authorities at the scene seized a firearm, knife, and unused ammunition and evacuated tourists from the premises.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

“It’s hard to argue that brandishing a firearm during a traffic misunderstanding is either allowed by federal law or necessary and proper for fulfilling ICE’s duties,” he said.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

“I didn’t figure you had,” Bernabe said, daring to look up now as he added, “So how about stashing that firearm, okay?”

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols