brandish a weapon

Examples (10)

• A masked man suddenly appeared and brandished a knife at the shopkeeper.
• The suspect was seen brandishing a weapon before fleeing the scene.
• He was charged with brandishing a firearm in a public place.
• It is illegal to brandish a weapon in most jurisdictions.
• The actor dramatically brandished his prop sword during the final act.
• She felt a surge of fear when the intruder brandished a broken bottle.
• The ancient warrior would often brandish his axe before entering battle.
• Police were called after reports of a group of youths brandishing sticks and stones.
• The security guard had to intervene when a man began to brandish a metal pipe.
• Never brandish a weapon unless you intend to use it for self-defense.