raise a rifle
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to lift a rifle into position for aiming or firing
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Examples (10)
- The soldier quickly raised his rifle to his shoulder.
- He had to raise his rifle slowly to avoid startling the deer.
- Upon hearing the command, every recruit raised their rifle simultaneously.
- She cautiously raised her rifle, peering through the scope.
- If you intend to shoot, you must first raise your rifle and aim.
- The hunter had already raised his rifle when the bear appeared.
- Will you be able to raise that heavy rifle with one arm?
- He practiced for hours, learning to smoothly raise his rifle and acquire the target.
- A sudden movement caused the guard to raise his rifle instinctively.
- Before the competition, participants were instructed on how to properly raise their rifles.