rapier

Example Sentences

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Schroeder took on the powerful elite with her rapier wit and antics for 24 years, shaking up stodgy government institutions by forcing them to acknowledge that women had a role in government.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 13, 2023

Relentless forward surges, rapier thrusts out wide, drum-tight defence and a set of proven replacements ready to slot in on the touchline.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2022

The line between realism and fable is sometimes rapier thin, especially in the family tales that inspired Diana Abu-Jaber’s eighth book, “Fencing with the King.”

From Washington Post • Mar. 15, 2022

He’s made some changes to his will, which include leaving an antique 17th-century rapier to Darrell, as well as some paraphernalia to keep it cared for.

From Slate • Jan. 5, 2022

Just as suddenly, Mr. Armin's rapier left his side and came to low ward before him.

From "The Shakespeare Stealer" by Gary L. Blackwood