Example Sentences

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Back up in minutes, the sea lion tipped its head back like a sword swallower and downed the rest of its meal.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 24, 2019

America's Got Talent Comics, singers, mentalists, a sword swallower, a contortionist and more from around the world compete in this championship featuring winners of international versions of the unscripted competition.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 6, 2019

Likewise, it is unlikely that many operagoers have been to a Coney Island sideshow, or even set foot on the boardwalk, said Ray Valenz, 32, a sword swallower.

From New York Times • Mar. 13, 2018

He said the most important trait of a sword swallower was the ability to conquer fear, not to mention the gag reflex.

From Washington Post • Dec. 23, 2017

In Ohio, a sword swallower and a flat car.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen