brandishes

[US]/brændɪʃiz/
[UK]/bran-di-shəz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.waves or shakes a weapon, especially as a threat; show off something proudly

Phrases & Collocations

brandishes a sword

brandishes his gun

brandishes a baton

brandishes the flag

brandishes a knife

brandishes his pen

brandishes a club

brandishes his fist

brandishes a wand

brandishes his sword

Example Sentences

the knight brandishes his sword in preparation for battle.

she brandishes her diploma proudly at the graduation ceremony.

the protestor brandishes a sign demanding justice.

the chef brandishes a knife while demonstrating his skills.

he brandishes his phone to show the latest news.

during the performance, the dancer brandishes a colorful scarf.

the villain brandishes a weapon to intimidate the hero.

the teacher brandishes a ruler to get the students' attention.

he brandishes his trophy after winning the competition.

the artist brandishes her brush, ready to paint.

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