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'arm' in a sentence

Learn how to use 'arm' with 20 example sentences.


arm noun

: a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb

: any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm

: any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting

: the part of an armchair or sofa that supports the elbow and forearm of a seated person

: a division of some larger or more complex organization

: the part of a garment that is attached at the armhole and that provides a cloth covering for the arm

arm verb

: prepare oneself for a military confrontation

: supply with arms


  • It cost an arm and a leg.
  • Raise both of your arms up like this.
  • He broke his arm three weeks ago.
  • I can't raise my right arm.
  • She has long arms and legs.
  • How many arms does an octopus have?
  • He was holding a large box in his arms.
  • He was very tall and thin, with long arms and legs.
  • The elbow is the joint between the arm and forearm.
  • I have two arms and ten fingers.
  • He has tattoos on his arms.
  • He's waving his arms.
  • Her father died in her arms.
  • We have the right to bear arms.
  • I have a tattoo of an anchor on my right arm.
  • Joan broke her left arm in the accident.
  • They armed themselves with knives.
  • He took me in his arms.
  • I feel safe in your arms.
  • She held the baby in her arms.
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