arms

NOUN

weaponry

Synonyms

STRONG

accoutrements armaments artillery equipment firearms guns munitions ordnance panoply weapons

NOUN

family crest

Synonyms

STRONG

blazonry coat emblem ensign escutcheon heraldry insignia shield signet

WEAK

emblazonry

Example Sentences

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In another, a smiling Clinton reclines in a tub with his arms behind his head.

From The Wall Street Journal

An anti-war poster on the streets reflects the fears of many, showing a soldier holding a fallen comrade in his arms.

From Barron's

“I picked him up off the floor, cradled him in my arms, and we drove him to the animal hospital.”

From Los Angeles Times

But Morris said no arms sale would likely have sent a worse message.

From The Wall Street Journal

And while Byron danced behind her, Cabot told NYT, she took his hands and wrapped his arms around her.

From Los Angeles Times