arm
noun
the upper limb of the human body, especially the part extending from the shoulder to the wrist.
have armed
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present perfectof arm.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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They have armed him with a metal bat and a couple of sirens.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 10, 2025
Army ships are large, lumbering vessels, so they have armed escorts, particularly as they get within range of Gaza’s coast, defense officials have said.
From New York Times ● Apr. 25, 2024
"I've asked my priest friends what would it feel like for you guys to have armed security at Christmas Eve services or Easter services and they look at me like I have three noses."
From BBC ● May 29, 2023
He said he received “with satisfaction” Israel showing understanding for Poland’s view that it was unnecessary to have armed Israeli guards in addition to Polish security, which will be provided to the groups whenever needed.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 22, 2023
Despite Abraham Lincoln’s assassination just sixteen years earlier, President Garfield did not have armed guards protecting him.
From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow
