steep valley

Frequency: 7.012.0 per million words

describes a valley with sides that rise or fall at a sharp angle

valleyADJECTIVE + NOUN

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steep

Examples (10)

  • The hikers carefully descended into the steep valley.
  • Driving through the mountains, we encountered several steep valleys.
  • The river carved a remarkably steep valley over millennia.
  • Only experienced climbers dared to tackle the trails in that steep valley.
  • From the airplane, the landscape was dominated by a series of steep valleys and sharp peaks.
  • A small village nestled at the bottom of the steep valley, almost hidden from view.
  • The engineers had to design a special bridge to span the exceptionally steep valley.
  • During winter, the steep valley becomes a dangerous place due to avalanches.
  • The artist captured the dramatic shadows cast by the sun on the sides of the steep valley.
  • We paused at the viewpoint, admiring the breathtaking view of the steep valley below.