brandish
verb (used with object)
to shake or wave, as a weapon; flourish.
have been brandishing
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present perfect progressiveof brandish.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Mr Omishore was initially incorrectly reported to have been brandishing a screwdriver, but the object was later revealed to have been a plastic and metal firelighter.
From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2022
Photograph: Yannis Behrakis/Reuters Protesters on the streets of Athens this summer have been brandishing banners depicting a panicky helicopter airlift.
From The Guardian ● Jul. 9, 2011
