unsheathe sword
Frequency: 4.50.5 per million words
to pull a sword from its sheath or scabbard
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Examples (10)
- The knight moved swiftly to unsheathe his sword in defense of the princess.
- He watched the warrior unsheathe a gleaming sword, ready for battle.
- With a dramatic flourish, the general unsheathed his sword and pointed it towards the enemy lines.
- Before the duel could begin, both combatants were ordered to unsheathe their swords simultaneously.
- Legend says only the rightful king can unsheathe the magical sword from the stone.
- The bodyguard subtly reached to unsheathe his sword when he sensed danger.
- Feeling threatened, the lone traveler slowly unsheathed his sword and stood his ground.
- The ancient ritual required the high priest to unsheathe a ceremonial sword at dawn.
- If you ever need to unsheathe your sword, make sure your grip is firm.
- The commander ordered his troops to unsheathe their swords and prepare for the charge.