pistol

Example Sentences

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Police discovered he had recently bought a pistol.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

Cantwell said that when he flew an F-16 jet, he also carried a pistol.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

After arresting the owners, officers also searched their vehicle, where they found an air pistol - possession of which requires a licence and supervision for under 18s - a police scanner, and more cash.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

Eliminated exams include “Judgment pistol shooting,” “Criminal encounters,” and “Determine removability.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026

He appropriated both, after a moment of sniffing the muzzle of the pistol.

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick