upper arm
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
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
"It's physically hard work," she said, adding it seems ironic that a 'spacewalk' is mostly achieved through upper arm work.
From BBC • Feb. 19, 2025
He showed him how they were drawn tightly to the upper arm of the harp by wooden keys which just fitted the tapered holes tightly enough so they stayed whichever way they were turned.
From "The Door in the Wall" by Marguerite de Angeli
