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sword

[sawrd, sohrd] / sɔrd, soʊrd /




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Archaeologists later excavated a sword still in its scabbard, decorated straps, buckles, rings, ornaments and chariot wheel axle caps.

From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026

In the popular imagination, a Viking is tall, broad-shouldered man who wields a sword, and might have a modern haircut like a skin fade or lots of tattoos.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 23, 2026

The sword of Damocles didn’t descend, but its glint lit every meeting.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026

The last update showed a photo of a sword.

From Barron's ● Aug. 22, 2026

Suddenly, the sword jumps out of my hand.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer

Still, the exhibitions spotlight ships, swords and artifacts of trade and travel, placing them front and center.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 23, 2026

Do you think they are going to fall on their swords?

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 14, 2026

No dragons, of course, but plenty of political conniving, clashing swords and last-minute escapes.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026

Elsewhere are splendid cabinets with mother-of-pearl inlay, gorgeous enamel accessories, plush velvet textiles and engraved iron swords.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 11, 2026

Still in training, using wooden swords instead of live steel, unlike those who follow us.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black




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