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Term: extremal

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Referring to or denoting the highest, utmost, or maximum limit of something.

Sample Sentence:

- The mountaineer reached the extremal peak of the Himalayas.

- The marathon runner pushed herself to the extremal limits of her endurance.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A person or thing that is considered to be at the absolute limit or boundary of a particular quality or characteristic.

Sample Sentence:

- The fastest sprinter in the world is an extremal in terms of speed.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 2: Relating to or denoting extreme or unusual behavior or characteristics.

Sample Sentence:

- His extremal actions led to his exclusion from the group.

- The extremal weather conditions made it difficult for anyone to go outside.

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