pistol

Example Sentences

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

From BBC

North Korea released an image on Thursday of leader Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter firing a pistol, weeks after photos showed her shooting a rifle — once again stoking speculation she is being groomed as heir.

From Barron's

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

Spectators are being encouraged to arrive on foot or by public transport, and bring their buckets and water pistols too, of course.

From BBC

Children use toy pistols and dispensers to squirt coloured water at their friends.

From BBC