1. waves or displays something, especially a weapon, in a threatening or excited manner
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘brandish’

Examples

• The knight brandishes his sword before charging into battle.
• She brandishes the contract triumphantly after signing the deal.
• The angry customer brandishes his receipt at the store manager.
• The conductor brandishes his baton as the orchestra begins to play.
• He brandishes the trophy above his head in celebration.
• The protester brandishes a sign demanding justice.