What is another word for Brandishing?

Pronunciation: [bɹˈandɪʃɪŋ] (IPA)

Brandishing is a word that means to wave or wield something in a threatening or dramatic way. It is often associated with weapons and can connote aggression or intimidation. Synonyms for brandishing include flourishing, intimidating, showing off, displaying, revealing, exhibiting, and parading. Other similar words include swaggering, flaunting, and boasting. Each of these words carries a slightly different connotation, with some implying confidence and swagger while others suggest arrogance or showiness. However, all can be used to describe the action of wielding or displaying something as a form of intimidation or demonstration of power.

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Usage examples for Brandishing

At first a Bedouin appeared, running towards them at full speed and Brandishing from afar a long Arabian rifle which no one in the caravan possessed before that time.
"In Desert and Wilderness"
Henryk Sienkiewicz
Then there was much dragging about of hampers, and arranging of shawls and boat cushions to provide seats for the ladies; but at last all were seated, and Dalrymple, Brandishing a knife in dangerous proximity to Lady Pierrepoint's head, cut the first slice of raised pie.
"Only One Love, or Who Was the Heir"
Charles Garvice
"Father Poupard," admonished his irate mate, Brandishing a spade, "Father Poupard, mind what I say!"
"My Home In The Field of Honor"
Frances Wilson Huard

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