sheath
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The judge who sentenced Digwa said he was carrying a knife in a sheath, as well as a second, larger dagger linked to his tradition as a member of the Nihang order of Sikhs.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Digwa, who is Sikh, was carrying a knife in a sheath on his belt which Nowak then began filming on his phone, the judge said.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
These metabolites support the growth and maturation of oligodendrocytes, which in turn helps rebuild the myelin sheath.
From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026
Calvin Klein, where Bessette worked before marrying JFK Jr., has a “90s Edit” on its website showcasing sheath dresses, white button-down shirts and other minimalist looks from the era.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
I fasten the belt around my waist and pull the sword out of its sheath.
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
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