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precipice
used in Howards End

3 uses

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Definition

a very steep cliff

or:

any dangerous situation

"Well?" said Margaret, with the precipice in sight.
Chapter 38 (58% in)

The precipice was at their feet now.
Chapter 38 (67% in)
They had tried not to go over the precipice, but perhaps the fall was inevitable.
Chapter 43 (48% in)

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