firearms

Example Sentences

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Thomas Ross KC, defending, told the court that the offence was absent of firearms or intimidation which was "different" from similar cases.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

The firearms were legally purchased from separate dealers in California, prosecutors said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

"It appears he purchased these firearms in the past couple years."

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

Speaking from the White House, President Donald Trump said the suspect “charged” a security checkpoint with multiple firearms “from 50 feet” before being apprehended by law enforcement.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

Only the tremendous surprise created by the Spaniards' firearms provided the opportunity to escape.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann