Verb

(es)

To move or swing a weapon back and forth, particularly if demonstrating skill.

He brandished his sword at the pirates.

* Drake

the quivering lance which he brandished bright

To bear something with ostentatious show.

to brandish syllogisms

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It sets the stage for cutting corners in our principles just so we can brandish a perceived badge of stature.

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Verb

(en verb)

To make a threat against someone; to use threats.

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He threatened me with a knife.

To menace, or be dangerous.

The rocks threatened the ship's survival.

To portend, or give a warning of.

The black clouds threatened heavy rain.