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brandish

verb
/ˈbrændɪʃ/

Meaning

to wave or flourish something, especially a weapon, in a threatening or showy way

Example Sentences

He brandished a sword to scare off the intruders.

Synonyms

wave, wield, flaunt, display, flourish

Antonyms

conceal, hide, cover

Collocations

brandish a weapon, brandish a knife, brandish a sword, brandish a gun

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