The crossbow was the preferred long-range weapon of this period, due to several reasons.

Cancer is also the preferred weapon of some of the more patient people in my trade.

As opposed to other armies, Cossacks were free to choose their preferred weapon.

The lance was probably their preferred weapon, having the power to skewer two men simultaneously.

The preferred weapon of Tabaxi, however, are their claws and teeth.

Litigation was the preferred weapon, but the fight didn't always remain in court, she said.

His preferred weapon is a shotgun, which he carries at all times.

Even though his most preferred weapon seems to be a sword he is skilled with the use of other ones too.

Her preferred weapon is a whip which can summon shadow hands.

She often appears out of nowhere holding a chainsaw, her preferred defensive weapon.