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Vocabulary Entry
temporalis
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to time; existing only in the present.
Example Sentences
"The temporalis muscle helps to elevate the jaw during chewing."
"Her concerns were largely temporalis, focusing on immediate needs."
"The artist captured the temporalis nature of beauty in her work."
N
noun
In anatomy, a muscle on each side of the head that is involved in moving the jaw.
Example Sentences
"The temporalis is one of the muscles used in mastication."
"Pain in the temporalis can indicate a dental issue."
"An athlete might strengthen the temporalis to improve chewing efficiency."