switchblade
Example Sentences
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The two men were arrested attempting to board a bus carrying a switchblade and a stolen pendant, the news outlet reported.
From Los Angeles Times
Jackson said Burgin threatened her with a handgun and also has a rifle and a switchblade, the filing says.
From Los Angeles Times
There were zombie knives, machetes, switchblades and swords.
From BBC
Laube became addicted to heroin and alcohol, which fueled a lengthy rap sheet that included driving under the influence, fighting in public, and carrying a switchblade.
From Los Angeles Times
Beyond billy clubs, laws banning butterfly knives, switchblades and other edged weapons are also being challenged.
From Los Angeles Times
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