sword
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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
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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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