The official definition of the word brandished is "wave or flourish (something, especially a weapon) as a threat or in anger or excitement."
He brandished a firearm.
I quickly retrieved the knife he'd brandished.
He brandished his weapon to scare me when he was trying to rob me.
The thief was scared as the knight brandished his sword=P
the unruly mob retreated as the line of deputies moved forward slowly, brandishing their riot sticks.
He brandished his sword and swung it about.
The knight yelled threats at his enemies, brandishing his sword.
yes, if not brandished or shot at anyone random in public without permission or eyewear.
hypnotic banishment moseyed brandished sullenly scoffed
"He brandished his sword menacingly" That's the only context that I can recall having ever heard the word.
Henry Cabot Henhaus III , AKA Super Chicken , brandished an epee .
Depending on the policy of the school, brandishing a pocketknife can lead to suspension or expulsion. The student can even be arrested.