steep gradient

Examples (10)

• The road has a fairly steep gradient.
• Cyclists struggled to climb the steep gradient of the hill.
• The railway line was built to avoid any steep gradients.
• Drivers should use low gear on this steep gradient.
• The mountain path has several sections with steep gradients.
• Heavy trucks may struggle on roads with steep gradients.
• The trail becomes dangerous due to its steep gradient in winter.
• Engineers had to reduce the steep gradient for safety reasons.
• The driveway has such a steep gradient that cars scrape the bottom.
• Urban planners avoid creating streets with steep gradients.