Thesaurus results for EXTREMITIES

extremities

noun

plural of extremity

as in crises

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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the most extreme or advanced point at its extremity the fever was actually life-threatening

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Recent Examples of extremities These shorts deliberately restrict blood flow from the lower extremities, causing veins to bulge as blood pools. — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 12 July 2026 Compression socks are a simple fix to improve circulation and to keep your lower extremities feeling energized. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 9 July 2026 The Milky Way passes through the lower extremities of the Scorpion. — Joe Rao, Space.com, 26 June 2026 The pathologist documented extensive bruising and hemorrhage involving Joanna’s abdomen, flanks, back, buttocks, thighs and lower extremities, according to the affidavit. — Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 June 2026 Police said the victim was stabbed multiple times on his body and on his extremities. — Mike Darnay, CBS News, 11 June 2026 Amiri has second-degree burns to her extremities and has since been released from the ICU. — Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026 The condition causes nerve damage, primarily in the extremities, that can interfere with the ability to walk. — Chris Willman, Variety, 4 June 2026 Its symptoms are similar to typhus, except the rash starts at the extremities and moves to the trunk. — Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 June 2026

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My mother went through very severe emotional crises, and my father struggled with alcohol.

— Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 13 July 2026
Stingley had experienced similar mental health crises before, and was prescribed psychiatric medication, the lawsuit said.

— Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 13 July 2026

Definition of crises

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As well, the machine's limited computer vision can’t address environmental situations like differing degrees of lighting conditions in outdoor courts, or varied ceiling heights in indoor gyms.

— Shirl Leigh July 13, New Atlas, 13 July 2026
These subplots were the best part of the season and laid the groundwork for the soaring heights of the finale.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 10 July 2026

Definition of heights

Noun

Inventories in Cushing, Oklahoma, the pipeline crossroads of America, remain below operational stress levels.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 8 July 2026
In India, a Monitor writer’s awe-inspiring train ride through the Himalayas reveals a region at a political and social crossroads.

— Aakash Hassan, Christian Science Monitor, 8 July 2026

Definition of crossroads

Noun

And to do that, the Hurricanes are blocking out the noise, putting their heads down and getting to work.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
Because of that commonality and because produce has been behind some past cyclospora outbreaks, Michigan officials advised consumers to buy whole heads of lettuce, discard the outer layers and thoroughly wash what is left.

— Mike Stobbe, Fortune, 15 July 2026

Definition of heads

Noun

Those starting out with smaller investment limits might consider coins or small bullions, while those with higher balances to transfer might consider using a gold IRA.

— Liz Knueven, CNBC, 10 July 2026
The legislation aims to reduce housing costs and barriers to home ownership by increasing some mortgage loan limits and access to small-dollar mortgages, among other measures.

— Sara Dorn, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

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