gavels

[US]/ˈɡævəlz/
[UK]/ˈɡævəlz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.(plural of gavel) a small mallet used by an auctioneer, a chairperson, or a judge

Phrases & Collocations

judge's gavels

courtroom gavels

wooden gavels

gavel strikes

gavel sounds

gavel calls

gavel sessions

gavel rulings

gavel authority

gavel decisions

Example Sentences

the judge raised his gavels to signal the start of the trial.

she used her gavels to maintain order in the courtroom.

during the meeting, the chairperson frequently tapped the gavels to get attention.

the sound of gavels echoed through the hall as decisions were made.

he collected antique gavels as a hobby.

the gavels were made of polished wood, reflecting the light beautifully.

in the debate, the moderator used his gavels to keep the time.

gavels are a symbol of authority in legal proceedings.

she felt a sense of power when she held the gavels.

after the final vote, the president struck the gavels to conclude the session.

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