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

Lydia Millet’s most recent novel was a polished rapier called “A Children’s Bible.”

From Washington Post • Sep. 27, 2022

O'Rourke's rapier wit frequently cut across the US political divide.

From BBC • Feb. 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

Jody stood overwhelmed by the thing in Gitano’s hand, a lean and lovely rapier with a golden basket hilt.

From "The Red Pony" by John Steinbeck