sword

simple noun27 collocationsAvg. frequency: 5.7
sharp sword7.2
long sword7.0
short sword6.8
double-edged sword6.5

both figurative, meaning something that has both advantages and disadvantages

Samurai sword6.0
two-edged sword5.5

both figurative, meaning something that has both advantages and disadvantages

ceremonial sword4.5
dress sword4.2
sword fight7.0
sword blade6.5
sword stroke4.8
sword belt4.5
sword arm4.0
the [part] of a sword6.0

Refers to a specific part of the sword, such as the blade, edge, hilt, or tip.

be put to the sword3.5

to be killed with a sword, especially in a battle or war

sword of5.0

often figurative, as in 'the sword of justice'

draw a sword7.5
carry a sword6.8
hold a sword6.7
wield a sword6.3
be armed with a sword6.2
wear a sword6.0
unsheathe a sword5.8
thrust a sword5.5
brandish a sword5.2
sheathe a sword5.0
cross swords4.8

usually figurative, meaning to have a disagreement or conflict