He is working as a behind-the-scenes assistant at the theater.

He heard the clattering sound of the machine being hit.

This pattern is very beautiful, isn't it?

There was no trace of him in his room, as if to make one forget that he had been there.

He cut the paper with scissors.

He has a collection of Japanese swords.

He picked up the short sword and began to practice.

He cut the wood using a blade and saw.

He picked up the straight sword and charged at the enemy.

He swung the scimitar.