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Discover LudwigThe phrase "an arms" is not correct in written English.
It is typically used incorrectly as "arms" is a plural noun and should not be preceded by "an."
Example: "The country is looking to acquire arms for its military."
Alternatives: "a weapon" or "military equipment."
Exact(52)
"This is an arms race.
It was an arms race.
He's an arms dealer.
Mr Cummings was an arms dealer.
Talk of an arms race is muted.
CONTROLLING infectious disease is an arms race.
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I broke an arm.
I lost an arm.
A policeman waved an arm.
"Maybe an arm sticking out.
He also lost an arm.
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