What does In-extremis mean?

Au dernier moment (At the last moment) For example: "Il arrive in-extremis (He arrives at the last moment)"

Where does the slang word In-extremis come from?

In-extremis is a slang term from Côte d'Ivoire. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Côte d'Ivoire and across Africa.

In-extremis

🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire Slang

Added August 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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In-extremis

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Au dernier moment (At the last moment)

"Il arrive in-extremis (He arrives at the last moment)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 10, 2025

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🇨🇮 About Côte d'Ivoire Slang

In-extremis is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in Côte d'Ivoire. Côte d'Ivoire slang blends local languages, colonial influences, and street culture into a unique and expressive way of speaking that reflects the country's identity and history. Kasinary features 1498 Côte d'Ivoire slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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