lower a shield
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to move a shield downwards, often as a sign of peace or reduced defense
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- The knights were ordered to lower their shields as a sign of surrender.
- In the ceremony, the guards will lower the shield of the fallen hero.
- As the king approached, the soldiers lowered their shields in respect.
- The commander signaled to lower the shields and advance cautiously.
- To show his peaceful intentions, the warrior would lower his shield.
- The ancient text described the ritual of how to lower the ceremonial shield.
- The guards were trained to lower their shields only when given a specific command.
- After the battle, they decided to lower their shields and tend to the wounded.
- He watched as the opposing army began to lower their shields, indicating a truce.
- The king commanded his troops to lower their shields and open the gates.