upper arm
Example Sentences
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A swarm of tourists craned their necks to see the instalment of the cross's upper arm, visible amid the scaffolding and workers who put finishing touches from their harnesses.
From Barron's ● Feb. 20, 2026
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
He has several tattoos: “ANGEL” on his right forearm; “ROSMARY” on his right upper arm; a dragon on his right arm; and the numbers “527” on his left thumb, according to Dignity Health.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 4, 2025
Both are given as weekly injections via pre-filled pens self-administered into the upper arm, thigh or stomach.
From BBC ● Feb. 3, 2025
“Yes, Teddy seems to have enjoyed many cookies at Grace’s graduation,” Brie says, giving Dad’s upper arm a little pat on her way to sit on the couch.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
