in the extreme

phrase

: to the greatest possible extent

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Among the technical requirements, NASA is looking for something small (in terms of mass, volume and power) that would be able to operate even in the extreme temperature swings of the lunar surface. — Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 12 Oct. 2026 Alternatively, the court could order that materials from the search be excluded from any case against him, and in the extreme, could award Mountbatten-Windsor compensation and a police apology. — Will Barker, TheWeek, 6 Oct. 2026 Once again, Tonsager will be in the extreme minority of female racers, as women account for only about 10% of the overall field at The Mountain Races. — Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 4 Oct. 2026 Luxury here is found in the extreme purity of the experience. — Michelle Tchea, Robb Report, 17 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in the extreme

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1616, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of in the extreme was circa 1616

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“In the extreme.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20extreme. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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