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Vocabulary Entry
switchblade
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A type of knife with a blade that springs out when a button is pressed.
Example Sentences
"He pulled out his switchblade to defend himself."
"The detective found a switchblade at the crime scene."
"In movies, switchblades are often associated with gang culture."
V
verb
To use a switchblade; to open a switchblade knife quickly.
Example Sentences
"He switched his blade open in a quick motion."
"As the argument escalated, she switched the blade for intimidation."
"He practiced how to switch the blade with one hand."