Example Sentences

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Let me give you an example of how the administration is brandishing the decision.

From Slate • Sep. 29, 2025

Discovery is brandishing its favorite wand, confirming plans for a highly anticipated “Harry Potter” television series, among other high-profile projects for the streaming service formerly known as HBO Max.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2023

Netanyahu is brandishing his economic credentials; a free market champion credited with reforms he led as finance minister two decades ago, which allowed Israel to weather the 2008 global financial crisis.

From Reuters • Oct. 13, 2022

Also in the suit is a second photo of the man, later identified as Eric Munchel of Tennessee, in which he is brandishing a shotgun, with Mr. Trump on a television in the background.

From New York Times • Aug. 13, 2022

In the spirit of holiday cheer, Massie and Boebert recently shared family Christmas photos on social media — in which every family member is brandishing a gun.

From Salon • Dec. 24, 2021