arm

Example Sentences

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You just want that gate arm to go up.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

With vast amounts of money pumped into the US arm of the operation, losses look likely to run to several billion dollars.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

The war might also necessitate a boost to fiscal spending, which could weigh on bonds while delivering a shot in the arm to the broader economy, at least in the short term.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

The agency’s main criticism was that its trial lacked a control arm, though this would be unethical in late-stage patients who failed to improve on other therapies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Torak wrested one hand free and dragged his arm away.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver