pistol

Example Sentences

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The pistol was purchased in October 2023, the shotgun in August 2025, they said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

Cantwell said that when he flew an F-16 jet, he also carried a pistol.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

After arresting the owners, officers also searched their vehicle, where they found an air pistol - possession of which requires a licence and supervision for under 18s - a police scanner, and more cash.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

The post included a photo of a teen carrying a realistic-looking toy pistol, which was captured by a doorbell camera in 2024, said Ziggy Azarcon, public information officer with the Irvine Police Department.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

David grumbled something indecipherable and probably rude and holstered his pistol.

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older