upper arm
Americannoun
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upper arms
plural
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of upper arm
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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Each participant wore an upper arm BP cuff chosen according to the size of their upper arm.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 1, 2026
While that data was more reliable, the $60 upcharge for the upper arm band is a bummer.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 9, 2026
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
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
She did not open them again until a slight pressure on her upper arm told her that she might look again.
From "Tiger, Tiger" by Lynne Reid Banks
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