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A peripheral nervous system refers to the part of the nervous system that is outside the central nervous system, including the nerves that connect the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body.
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The peripheral nervous system consists of all the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord.
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If you injure a nerve in your arm, it could affect your peripheral nervous system.
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I heard that car accidents can mess up your peripheral nervous system.
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In times of stress, it feels like my peripheral nervous system is on high alert.