gun

Example Sentences

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The appeals court ruled that Keenan couldn’t use the gun as evidence because police had conducted an illegal search, forcing Keenan to dismiss the case.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Young people in a survey say their poor mental health is driven by concerns about affordability, gun violence, climate change and social media use.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

That gave her hope that "Innocence" could prompt a rethink of gun violence in America and other issues.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Blaine Beaven, Saskatchewan's newly appointed firearms commissioner, told the BBC his province's law is designed to protect gun owners.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

There’s not a gun or a uniform to be seen.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron