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as in crisis
a time or state of affairs requiring prompt or decisive action
made offers of aid to the refugees, and of asylum in extremity
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as in height
the most extreme or advanced point
at its extremity the fever was actually life-threatening
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Recent Examples of extremity
Patients with HFpEF present with the clinical features of heart failure – for example, shortness of breath, fatigue and weakness, and swelling in the lower extremities – but with normal or near-normal (hence, preserved) EF.
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New Atlas, 24 Nov. 2024
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NHL referee Mitch Dunning communicative, can move extremities following violent collision in Avs-Flyers game
The Avs are in the nation’s capital to face the Capitals again Thursday.
—Corey Masisak, The Denver Post, 19 Nov. 2024
Nike will leverage its Sport Research Lab to improve footwear safety and address lower extremity injuries.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
With handicap placards, people expect lower extremity mobility aids or wheelchairs.
—Angela Andaloro, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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New Atlas, 24 Nov. 2024
Related Articles Cale Makar’s big night helps Avalanche solve Flyers
NHL referee Mitch Dunning communicative, can move extremities following violent collision in Avs-Flyers game
The Avs are in the nation’s capital to face the Capitals again Thursday.
—Corey Masisak, The Denver Post, 19 Nov. 2024
Nike will leverage its Sport Research Lab to improve footwear safety and address lower extremity injuries.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
With handicap placards, people expect lower extremity mobility aids or wheelchairs.
—Angela Andaloro, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for extremity
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Across the last two decades, America has been experiencing a notable maternal health crisis.Cynthia McEwen, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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In addition to defending these policies, Newsom is prioritizing urgent action on the state's ongoing wildfire crisis.Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
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When combined with cloud ERP, business AI can bring decision-making, process optimization, and customer experiences to new heights.Peter Pluim, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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The building code has gradually acknowledged its existence but still limits its height to 85 feet (about eight stories).Justin Davidson, Curbed, 8 Jan. 2025
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Now, Maineri heads into year 12 with 18 pitchers on his roster, hoping that rising junior Caleb Gilbert and sophomore-to-be Zach Hess will emerge at the top of the pitching rotation.John Roach, NOLA.com, 19 July 2017
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Cal Fire representatives said the current parking mess has already impacted them because the driveway to their station enters the highway not far from the trail head.J. Harry Jones, Ramona Sentinel, 19 July 2017
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Here, the dark paint color creates a sense of depth, especially when contrasted with white bedding, furniture, and trim.Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2025
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The Southern California Earthquake Data Center recorded it at a depth of about 9 miles.Sierra Lopez, The Mercury News, 12 Jan. 2025
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As authorities continued to investigate Saturday, it was determined that the shooting happened outside the city limits of Kansas City.Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 11 Jan. 2025
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The Friends star has pulled off countless comedic stunts with panache over the course of his storied career, but his role in the second season of Disney+ and Hulu's Goosebumps is pushing his range to new limits.Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Extremity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extremity. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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