upper arm
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of upper arm
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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The bifurcation has created a so-called K-shaped economy, with the letter’s upper arm representing more-affluent consumers, and the lower arm, those feeling greater financial pressure.
From Barron's • Dec. 19, 2025
Although blood pressure is typically measured on the upper arm, some people cannot have it taken there due to disability, limb loss, or conditions such as stroke.
From Science Daily • Oct. 21, 2025
He has several tattoos: “ANGEL” on his right forearm; “ROSMARY” on his right upper arm; a dragon on his right arm; and the numbers “527” on his left thumb, according to Dignity Health.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2025
New Zealand's commerce minister Andrew Bayly has resigned as a government minister after he "placed a hand" on a staff member's upper arm last week, in what he described as "overbearing" behaviour.
From BBC • Feb. 24, 2025
He gives me a brief smile, squeezes my upper arm.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
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