arm

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Founded in the wake of the 9/11 attacks and funded by the CIA’s venture-capital arm, Palantir sought to target terrorists and defend American interests.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

The investment giant Andreessen Horowitz tried to build out its own media arm, called Future, a few years ago, though it isn’t currently active.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Instead, the Lakers superstar pulled up straight over the top of Bryant’s outstretched arm, dropping a fadeaway jumper softly through the net.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

"We've spoken about Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Dominic Solanke, Ollie Watkins. Nobody stuck their arm up and said, 'I'll be his replacement'. that's why we're seeing this."

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Dyrati put her hand on his arm but he shook it off angrily, and pushed his way through the others, disappearing into one of the shelters.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver