peripheral
Example Sentences
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“We wanted to focus on parts that might seem peripheral but are actually quite central to American history,” Garrett-Davis said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
One could also argue that AI could amplify talent at the top, by taking peripheral tasks away from superstar workers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
The first occurred earlier in April, when a female patient reported peripheral edema, or swelling in her limbs.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
"Whereas JNIM's strategy initially relied primarily on conquering rural or peripheral areas, it now also targets major cities," Jezequel said.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
And then it's over, and out of my peripheral vision I see everyone leaving, but I stay put.
From "Will Grayson, Will Grayson" by John Green and David Levithan
Vocabulary lists containing peripheral
Computer Science and Technology - Introductory
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Computer Science and Technology - Middle School
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