blunderbuss
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There is also a blunderbuss, a precursor to the shotgun, owned by Capt. Michael McClary.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 18, 2025
Unfortunately, these mouthwashes are a blunderbuss approach to oral health, as they indiscriminately remove both good and bad bacteria and increase oral acidity, which can cause disease.
From Salon • Jan. 30, 2024
Dunphy’s lawsuit, filed last month in state court in New York, “contains a blunderbuss of contradictory allegations,” Giuliani said in his written response last Friday.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 6, 2023
The Ranger ability gives Kirby a blunderbuss that he can use to snipe enemies from afar.
From The Verge • Jan. 12, 2022
“Oh, dear, what a blunderbuss I am!” exclaimed Jo, finishing Meg’s glove by scrubbing her gown with it.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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