wield a stick

Frequency: 6.04.5 per million words

To hold and use a stick, often as a weapon or tool.

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Examples (20)

  • The old man used to wield a stick to keep stray dogs away.
  • A small child can wield a stick like a sword in their imagination.
  • With a determined look, the knight prepared to wield his stick against the dragon.
  • The old shepherd used to wield a sturdy stick to guide his flock.
  • The shepherd would gently wield a long stick to guide his flock.
  • He learned to wield a stick defensively in martial arts training.
  • In the play, the wizard dramatically wielded his magic stick.
  • In the play, the actor had to wield a stick with an air of authority.
  • She learned to wield a hockey stick with surprising skill.
  • Don't just stand there; wield that stick and poke the fire!
  • He was seen wielding a heavy stick, clearing the overgrown path.
  • The angry villager began to wield a stick threateningly at the intruder.
  • The angry crowd began to wield sticks and stones.
  • She had to wield a stick to clear the path of overgrown bushes.
  • The conductor expertly wielded his stick (baton) to guide the musicians.
  • If you're going into the woods, it's wise to wield a stick for balance and protection.
  • Despite his age, he could still wield a walking stick with impressive agility.
  • Having never learned to wield a stick properly, he struggled to hit the ball.
  • The children were pretending to be warriors, each wielding a wooden stick.
  • The chimpanzee was observed to wield a stick to retrieve food from a difficult spot.