upper arm

Example Sentences

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The split between the two companies points to a so-called K-shaped economy —named that way because the upper arm rises while the lower arm droops.

From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026

They are meant to be injected into the upper arm, thigh, or stomach, with doses gradually increased.

From BBC • Nov. 29, 2025

Her second tattoo, which she got from Mastrosanti the next day, was of the Carlos Club neon sign in San Carlos on her right upper arm.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 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

I only shook my head and leaned over on her cool brown upper arm.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou