Example Sentences

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And unlike Michael Drejka, she brandished her gun without discharging it.

From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026

Kassis brandished his credentials as President Assad’s cousin—which a photographed ID found on his phone after his arrest confirmed—and showed selfies posing with Syrian generals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

They also brandished placards emblazoned with various messages playing on the company's name, such as "Berliners Axed, Shareholders Flourishing" and "Budget Above Staff Futures?"

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

Initial official accounts had alleged Pretti brandished his gun.

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026

She brandished the sheaf of parchment at them.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling