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smallswords

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plural of smallsword

as in broadswords

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There were various life-size swords on display, such as the Zenithian sword and the Sword of Light from Dragon Quest XI.

— Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Fans were still filing in, braving 90-degree heat with novelty beer swords in hand, as Maiava moved USC methodically down the field, punching in a one-yard keeper for an early score.

— Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026

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But while Western knives tend to prioritize durability, many Japanese knife steels prioritize high carbon content for better sharpness and edge retention.

— Jesse Raub, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
The eye fixed on me, binding me to millions—billions—of other eyes, only steels my resolve to see my sacrifice through to the end.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Apr. 2026

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