The word 'bandolier' is often used in military contexts, referring to gear holding ammunition. During the reenactment, each actor wore a bandolier as part of their historical military uniform.
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Not Just Bullets
'Bandolier' can be used metaphorically for anything worn similarly that holds items, not only bullets. He wore a bandolier of harmonicas to the music festival.
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Visual Imagery
Using 'bandolier' can invoke a strong visual image of a prepared and equipped person. She entered the competition with a bandolier of colored pencils at her side.