cartridge case

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The metal casing that holds the primer, powder, and bullet of a firearm cartridge.

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  • The detective found a single cartridge case glinting on the pavement.
  • Spent cartridge cases littered the ground after the training exercise.
  • Forensic experts can match a cartridge case to a specific firearm.
  • He carefully inspected the brass cartridge case for any signs of damage before reloading.
  • The high-speed camera captured the cartridge case being ejected from the pistol.
  • A collection of antique cartridge cases was displayed in the museum.
  • A crack in the cartridge case can be extremely dangerous when firing.
  • The manufacturer's headstamp is located on the base of the cartridge case.
  • Police recovered several 9mm cartridge cases from the alley.
  • The powerful recoil sent the empty cartridge case flying through the air.