extreme
adjective
of a character or kind farthest removed from the ordinary or average.
extremes
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pluralof extreme.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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I just had to turn up the extremes when it came to Agnes, and really make sure to keep those things that she keeps close to her heart guarded.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
"El Nino may influence tropical cyclone activity in the Central and East Pacific and could alter the risk of floods, wildfires, and other weather extremes elsewhere," it said.
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
Moving toward extremes also has the potential to produce rewards.
From Salon ● Aug. 6, 2026
Bees can thermoregulate themselves by moving heat around their body while in flight, but extremes of temperature can affect their health.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 29, 2026
I am composed of strong metal, am continuously conscious, and can stand extremes of environment easily.
From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov
