sword-swallower

noun

1. a performer who simulates the swallowing of swords

Example Sentences

“After weeks of the Democrats cheapo production, Americans are desperate for the show to just be over. Heck, the production is so bad, I would not be surprised if we had a full-fledged stampede on our hands,” Ingraham said, adding that the role of "sword-swallower" is being played by swing-state Democrats who are going along with Pelosi's impeachment push.

From Fox News

A circus-style ragtag production that beckoned visitors on 909-913 Ocean Front Walk — it’s concrete, so not a “boardwalk” because there is no wood, Ms. Solomon insisted on noting — the Freakshow featured among its many attractions a sword-swallower, a “little lady” and a “werewolf” man from Mexico who grew hair all over his face.

From New York Times

With the drama of a sword-swallower, he threw back his head and sank his finger into his mouth.

From Literature

After I felt the world crumble under my feet, after I read the dehumanizing headlines, after I declined phone calls from journalists, the only thing I could bring myself to do was to write to all of our sources: the Vodou priest, the sword-swallower, the plus-size pole dancing diva, and many others.

From The Guardian

The Great Fredini Dreams of a 3D Sideshow in Coney Island During his years as a member of the Coney Island Circus Sideshow, Fred Kahl, 48, performed as a magician, a sword-swallower, a stuntman who could hammer nails into his skull and light lightbulbs with his bare hands, and an impresario who helped found the Burlesque at the Beach.

From New York Times