amulet

Example Sentences

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He also provided me with a special anti-shark amulet that I wore on my wrist like a watch.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 7, 2025

Tom quickly learns that his granny is the guardian of the Phoenix, a powerful amulet which, in the right hands, maintains the good in the universe, but in the wrong hands will destroy humanity.

From New York Times • Feb. 2, 2024

Mr Marshall said there was no evidence of wear on the comb teeth, suggesting it was never used as a functional item but the circular hole may have meant it was worm as an amulet.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2023

Take his ancient Sumerian amulet part that, when paired with a sister piece lost in the 14th century spice trade, offers a key clue to the location of a bracelet giving its wearer unlimited power.

From Slate • Jan. 13, 2023

Like she was going to find a gold amulet or a magic ring lying around on the ground amidst popcorn and peanut shells.

From "The Lions of Little Rock" by Kristin Levine