deceptively steep

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Does not look steep, but is difficult to climb.

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  • The final ascent to the summit is deceptively steep, so save some energy.
  • The terrain is often deceptively steep.
  • We underestimated the climb; the road was deceptively steep and winding.
  • From a distance, the hill looked gentle, but it was deceptively steep.
  • Be careful on that trail; it looks flat at first but becomes deceptively steep around the bend.
  • Be prepared for a challenging climb; the path becomes deceptively steep towards the summit.
  • The charming cobblestone street leading to the castle is deceptively steep and can be tiring to walk up.
  • Many hikers underestimate the difficulty because the initial ascent is deceptively steep.
  • The final mile of the marathon course is deceptively steep, challenging even the most experienced runners.
  • The road ahead appears flat, but it's deceptively steep right after that curve.
  • The mountain pass has a deceptively steep gradient, which can be hard on a car's brakes when going down.
  • We struggled with the final section, which turned out to be deceptively steep.
  • Novice skiers should avoid that slope; it's known for being deceptively steep.
  • Don't let the smooth start fool you; this ski slope is deceptively steep in places.
  • I thought the first hill was hard, but the second one was deceptively steep and much tougher.
  • She found the driveway to be deceptively steep when trying to park her car.
  • The driveway to the house is deceptively steep, which might be an issue in icy weather.
  • Even experienced mountaineers can be caught off guard by a deceptively steep rock face.
  • Did you find the path to the waterfall to be deceptively steep as well?
  • The architect noted that the roof's angle was deceptively steep, requiring special equipment.