precipitous slope

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a slope that is very steep

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  • The hikers cautiously ascended the precipitous slope.
  • The hikers struggled to ascend the precipitous slope of the mountain.
  • Be careful; the mountain has a very precipitous slope on its northern face.
  • From the summit, we could see the precipitous slope leading down to the valley.
  • They had to navigate a precipitous slope to reach the summit.
  • The ancient ruins were perched on a precipitous slope, accessible only by a narrow path.
  • The ski resort is known for its challenging runs down precipitous slopes.
  • Avalanche warnings were issued due to the unstable snowpack on the precipitous slope.
  • After the landslide, the terrain became a precipitous slope of loose rock.
  • Climbing gear was essential for navigating the precipitous slope.
  • Climbing such a precipitous slope requires specialized equipment.
  • The artist captured the dramatic beauty of the precipitous slope in her painting.
  • From the valley floor, the precipitous slope of the cliff seemed insurmountable.
  • Extreme skiers dream of tackling such a precipitous slope.
  • The path quickly turned into a precipitous slope, making progress difficult.
  • Geologists studied the erosion patterns on the precipitous slope.
  • Environmentalists warned about erosion on the precipitous slope due to deforestation.
  • A single misstep on the precipitous slope could have dire consequences.
  • Few plants can thrive on such a precipitous slope, where the soil is constantly shifting.
  • The sheer face of the cliff was a precipitous slope of solid rock.