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Machine gun

A machine gun is a really fast shooting gun that can shoot a whole lot of bullets super quickly! Think of it like a water hose that shoots water out really fast - but instead of water, it's bullets.

There are different types of machine guns, but they all work in a similar way. First, you put bullets into the gun. Then, you use a trigger to start shooting. When you pull the trigger, the gun starts firing bullets one after the other really fast.

But how does the gun shoot so many bullets so quickly? It's because the gun has a special mechanism inside called an "automatic firing system." This system helps the gun shoot bullets continuously without you needing to keep pulling the trigger over and over again.

Machine guns are very powerful and can be very dangerous. That's why only certain people like police officers and soldiers are allowed to use them. It's important to always be safe and responsible around guns!
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