machete

Example Sentences

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As the two old men told their stories, a youngster brushed past them, a machete slung over his shoulder.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

A three-month amnesty from September means anyone with a machete can place them in specially designated boxes at police stations.

From BBC • May 26, 2025

The act of opening a durian, which requires a very sharp knife or machete, feels festive and brings friends together the way that sharing a bottle of fine wine does in other cultures.

From New York Times • Jun. 16, 2024

Ogou Je Wouj is a manifestation of the god of war and is believed to wield a machete.

From Seattle Times • May 9, 2024

With a heave, Matthew gets his machete outta the floor.

From "The Knife of Never Letting Go" by Patrick Ness