precipice PRES-uh-pis noun WS #32

a very steep rock face or cliff, especially a tall one; a dangerous situation that could lead to harm or failure; the brink of a hazardous situation

1. The mountain goats navigated the rocky precipice with remarkable agility and sure footing.
2. The nation teetered on the precipice of war as diplomatic negotiations continued to fail.
3. From the precipice, they could see the valley spread out hundreds of feet below.
4. The hikers approached the precipice carefully, staying well back from the dangerous edge.
5. The company stood on the precipice of bankruptcy after years of declining sales and mounting debt.