pistol

Example Sentences

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AK-style pistol — and authorities also seized ammunition from his place of business.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

Police discovered he had recently bought a pistol.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 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

Eliminated exams include “Judgment pistol shooting,” “Criminal encounters,” and “Determine removability.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026

Beyond that, Mapper was scrambling back onto the brachy while Halsey Crunk pointed an old flintlock pistol at something Magdalys couldn’t see.

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older