pistol
Example Sentences
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He was already well trained to fire a pistol.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026
They wear a combat vest which contains a radio/GPS-coded beacon to transmit their position, while they also carry water, food, first-aid material and a pistol in order to survive.
From Barron's • Apr. 5, 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
The images also showed that the person was carrying a holstered pistol.
From Salon • Feb. 13, 2026
Davy yells, wheeling and whirling, trying to control his horse with the one hand that’s not holding the pistol.
From "The Knife of Never Letting Go" by Patrick Ness
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