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Gun

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Weapon Connotation

The word 'gun' often refers to violence or crime in news and media.

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The film's climax involves a tense gun standoff.
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Emotional Weight

'Gun' can evoke strong emotions, usually fear or caution, when mentioned.

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Upon seeing the gun, the hostages became visibly scared.
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