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peripheral

[puh-rif-er-uhl] / pəˈrɪf ər əl /


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The winter preparations include dedicated snow plans for key routes like the M8, M74, M77, M80 and the Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route.

From BBC • Nov. 12, 2025

Peripheral development, away from the high-cost coast, could open opportunities for first-time home buyers.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2025

Peripheral nerves experience constant pushing and pulling from the surrounding muscles and tissues.

From Science Daily • Oct. 19, 2023

Peripheral artery disease can't be cured, but it can be managed with routine monitoring and lifestyle changes.

From Salon • Jul. 3, 2023

Multiple Peripheral Neuritis.—Although this disease mainly comes under the cognizance of the physician, it may be attended with phenomena which call for surgical interference.

From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis




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