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water gun

NOUN
squirt gun
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NOUN
water pistol
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If it’s dark, it may be difficult to tell the difference between a water gun and a real firearm, he said.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 19, 2026

The 69-year-old general went on the offensive soon after, taking aim at partygoers from close range with a fluorescent pump-action water gun.

From Reuters Apr. 14, 2023

A video uploaded on 10 April shows a man in red firing a water gun at two policemen and reporters of TVB, which many consider pro-government.

From BBC Apr. 13, 2023

Its firebrand leader, Bae, showed up at a recent feminist rally dressed as the Joker from “Batman” comics and toting a toy water gun.

From Seattle Times Jan. 1, 2022

It’s like trying to put out a forest fire with a water gun.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman




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