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bear arms

VERB
carry or possess firearm
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Nowhere has he had greater success than in re-establishing the right to keep and bear arms.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 25, 2026

The 9-0 ruling is a victory for supporters of the Second Amendment to the US Constitution, which says Americans have the right to keep and bear arms.

From Barron's Jun. 18, 2026

For the first time, the court described an individual right to keep and bear arms as protected by the Second Amendment.

From Slate Mar. 27, 2026

Like the 2nd Amendment, Mexico’s Constitution guarantees the right to bear arms.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 8, 2025

She lurched toward her elder brother with bear arms outstretched.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood




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