in extremis

Definition of "in extremis"
  1. On the brink of dying
How to use "in extremis" in a sentence
  1. The law allows those who are in extremis to make oral wills.
  2. Medical professionals are trained to provide palliative care to patients in extremis.
  3. Despite being in extremis, he insisted on finishing his last piece of work.
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