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Brandish

/brˈændɪʃ/
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(verb) To move or swing a weapon back and forth, particularly if demonstrating anger, threat or skill.

You dare brandish your weapons in front of your king?
CEFR Practice Quiz
The knight began to ____ his sharp sword as the enemy approached tonight.

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