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Recent Examples of precipices
The Caribs encamped on the summit of a steep cliff surrounded by high precipices, which could only be climbed by a narrow secret pathway.
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The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 19 Sep. 2025
The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for precipices
Noun
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Accessible only by boat, the park is known for dramatic cliffs, wildlife encounters, kayaking, and hiking.—
Chantelle Kincy,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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The hotel sits above a deep valley, with ancient caves built into the cliffs.—
Rosalyn Wikeley,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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This park is all escarpments, rivers, and old forests.—
Daniel Scheffler,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Precipices.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/precipices. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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