steep descent

Frequency: 7.110.8 per million words

A descent with a sharp, difficult angle.

descentADJECTIVE + descent

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steep

Examples (10)

  • The hikers had to use ropes for the steep descent into the canyon.
  • A road sign warned drivers of a steep descent ahead.
  • The pilot initiated a steep descent to avoid the storm cloud.
  • After the market crash, the company's profits began a steep descent.
  • Only experienced skiers should attempt the steep descent on the black diamond trail.
  • From the clifftop, there is a steep descent to the rocky beach below.
  • The cyclist braced himself for the steep descent, leaning back to control his speed.
  • Our climbing plan includes a very steep descent on the final day, so we must be careful.
  • A steep descent can often be more dangerous than the climb up.
  • The terrain is characterized by a series of steep descents into the valley.