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sword

Definition for sword

noun as in saber

Strongest matches

blade, dagger, weapon

Strong matches

bill, brand, cutlass, epee, foil, rapier, scimitar

Weak match

bilbo

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Example Sentences

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"For the last 15-20 minutes we put a very good side on the back foot, we put them to the sword," he said.

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Bartucz documented 23 sword cuts across the skeleton, along with multiple fatal skull injuries.

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But I reminded him that we have no weapons, and that Yamu-nedjeh carries a long sword with him at all times.

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Despite Chelsea's territorial dominance, their fans began to grow frustrated at their ponderous passing and failure to put Wolves to the sword.

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The music and marching begin in earnest, the dancers gesture and move in unison with wooden swords.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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