pistol

Example Sentences

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Inside Thomas’ home, investigators described finding a pistol, a hunting rifle, an AR-style rifle and several 30-round ammunition magazines.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026

“It’s like trying to govern with a pistol pointed at your neck,” said former lawmaker Juan Contreras.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Investigators obtained camera footage from the shop showing a young man emerging after buying the gun, a Taurus 9 mm pistol, to make a call on his cellphone.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

He denied knowing that Huntley had obtained a handgun, a converted starter pistol and said he had nothing to do with arranging it.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Amaya eyed her, obviously seeing right through her as always, then squeezed her shoulder one time, holstered the pistol, and climbed down after Redd.

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older