pistol

Example Sentences

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He was already well trained to fire a pistol.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 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

He was carrying an assault weapon, a pistol and the equivalent of nearly $1.4 million on him when he died, Trevilla added.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

On a recent visit, workers assembled shotguns and manufactured pistol and rifle barrels amid the searing sound of metal being cut.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

He jammed it under his pistol belt to cover the small of his back.

From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge