as in hustle
excited and often showy or disorderly speed
the precipitousness with which he acted would soon be a cause for regret
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Recent Examples of precipitousness
Trump’s remarks, in my view, make for essential viewing, thirty-seven seconds that showcase the precipitousness of our fall as a superpower.
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Susan B. Glasser, New Yorker, 16 Apr. 2026
Susan B. Glasser, New Yorker, 16 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for precipitousness
Noun
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His White Sox teammates have mirrored the leadership, dedication, and hustle that Montgomery projects from his strong presence on the field.—
Bernie Pleskoff,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Set the scene Starting with wrap-around windows in the hotel lobby that frame the outside hustle and bustle, everywhere from the lounge to the elevators and suites have a warm, art-forward, and fresh vibe.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
Noun
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That precipitation varies, however.—
Allen Best,
Denver Post,
14 June 2026
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The chance of precipitation for Sunday is 60% as of the NWS’s Saturday forecast.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Noun
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Both on the same team would force some difficult decisions for opposing offenses, especially with Turner, Byron Young and Braden Fiske rounding out the pass rush.—
Adam Grosbard,
Oc Register,
9 June 2026
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As shoppers gear up for their European summer sojourns, brands are beating the tourist rush and setting up shop across the continent with temporary seasonal stores, beach club pop-ups and limited-time activations to capture the attention and dollars of the high-spending set.—
Madeleine Schulz,
Vogue,
8 June 2026
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“Precipitousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/precipitousness. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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