gavel

Example Sentences

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“Now that the gavel has fallen on Donald Trump’s tariffs, the question is how the U.S. president will try to save face,” said Ed Yardeni, president and founder of Yardeni Research.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

When auctioneer Oliver Barker slammed down the gavel, collectors and dealers in the saleroom erupted in applause.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 19, 2025

Johnson banged on the gavel, demanding order as the commotion continued.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 11, 2025

“With 18 ayes and 11 nays, House Bill 4 has finally passed,” Patrick said, striking the gavel one last time.

From Slate • Aug. 28, 2025

If life had a sound track—and sometimes I think that’s a great idea—those dunh dunh gavel sounds from that legal show would have sounded then.

From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen