kris

Example Sentences

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Paulina had to decide whether to take her case to the American justice system or go through a traditional Romani tribunal, called a kris.

From Los Angeles Times

Leaders will also receive a traditional kris dagger, a distinctive asymmetrical knife usually between 11 and 14 inches long with a wavy blade.

From Seattle Times

Her sword is reminiscent of the Indonesian kris.

From The Verge

One man showed him a picture of a wavy kris dagger and asked if he would make him one.

From Washington Times

But when Diponegoro’s saddle, spear and parasol were sent back, the kris was not.

From The Guardian