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pistol

[pis-tl] / ˈpɪs tl /


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The firearms are described as a Mossberg 12-gauge, pump-action shotgun and a Rock Island Armory 1911 .38-caliber pistol.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

He was already well trained to fire a pistol.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

The court was told the Royal Mail intercepted an air pistol addressed to Ms Klass before it reached her.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026

The man was wearing a leather holster with an automatic pistol strapped inside.

From "Stormbreaker" by Anthony Horowitz




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