firearms

Example Sentences

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One other factor got less attention: the clampdown on the illegal flow of firearms.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Federal officials also executed three search warrants, which resulted in the discovery of more than 30 firearms and a crossbow at two of the locations, Remily said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Police Chief Wahl said the mother of one of the two alleged attackers had called police around 09:40 local time to report that her son had run away with her firearms and her car.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Rutledge was sentenced to six months suspended for two years and banned from keeping firearms for eight years.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

As it shuffled toward Marina, that extra training with firearms came to her rescue.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein