downhill gradient

Examples (10)

• The road has a fairly steep downhill gradient after the bridge.
• Cyclists picked up speed on the long, gentle downhill gradient.
• Be careful: the path is on a slight downhill gradient and may be slippery.
• Freight trains struggle less on a downhill gradient than on an uphill one.
• The new bypass was designed with a consistent downhill gradient to improve drainage.
• She coasted in neutral down the subtle downhill gradient.
• Our route profile shows a 3% downhill gradient for the next two kilometers.
• Emergency signage warns drivers when a downhill gradient becomes unexpectedly steep.
• With a downhill gradient like that, braking early is essential.
• It felt easy at first, but the steady downhill gradient hid a treacherous curve.