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as in mountainous
having an incline approaching the perpendicular
a very steep rock face that is nearly impossible to climb
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as in excessive
going beyond a normal or acceptable limit in degree or amount
we would like to hire him, but his salary demands are just too steep
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as in to suffuse
to cause (as a person) to become filled or saturated with a certain quality or principle
grew up steeped in the ways of his ancestors a town steeped in history
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as in to soak
to wet thoroughly with liquid
chew fresh ginger that has been steeped in hot water to aid digestion
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as in cliff
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Recent Examples of steep
Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 17 Feb. 2025
Through today, February 17, there are steep discounts on area rugs with neutral colors that work in any room, options with exciting geometric patterns to create interest, and runners that help soften spaces.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 17 Feb. 2025
William Truswell, Verywell Health, 26 Dec. 2024
After years steeping himself in horror, between an Exorcist film and a Halloween trilogy, the project marked a return to his humanist roots, as well as his first feature comedy in almost a decade.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 27 Nov. 2024
Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
And while the price is a little steep for a one-bedroom in this neighborhood, a two-bedroom in the building has already sold for over $1 million.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 29 Oct. 2024
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Adjective
The county with the steepest decline in abortions was Dixie County in north-central Florida, where the number of abortions fell by 54 percent, according to the Tampa Bay Times.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 17 Feb. 2025
Through today, February 17, there are steep discounts on area rugs with neutral colors that work in any room, options with exciting geometric patterns to create interest, and runners that help soften spaces.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 17 Feb. 2025
Verb
Rose water—usually made by steeping rose petals in water—is a popular natural remedy, perhaps most notably for skin health.
—William Truswell, Verywell Health, 26 Dec. 2024
After years steeping himself in horror, between an Exorcist film and a Halloween trilogy, the project marked a return to his humanist roots, as well as his first feature comedy in almost a decade.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 27 Nov. 2024
Noun
What To Know The company made a strong Wall Street debut but shares in the company experienced sharp rises and steep falls over the last year—from peaks of around $66 to lows of about $12.
Often, changes appeared to correlate with significant events involving Trump himself.
—Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
And while the price is a little steep for a one-bedroom in this neighborhood, a two-bedroom in the building has already sold for over $1 million.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 29 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for steep
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Blowing snow, whiteout conditions, and icy roads will make driving treacherous, especially in mountainous regions and along highways.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
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Amid a mountainous landscape, described by Coronado and Landin as great for location scouting, the city has been at the mercy of Mexican/American relations for centuries.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
13 Feb. 2025
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Their sponsors said they were aimed at reducing excessive regulatory burdens and federal spending, and safeguarding Medicaid and Medicare.—
Gabriella Borter,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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Ueda’s comments come after BOJ board member Hajime Takata reportedly said Tuesday that the Japanese central bank needs to raise interest rates further, as keeping them low at current levels could result in excessive risk-taking and higher inflation.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
20 Feb. 2025
Verb
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They are also suffused with a subtle but withering social satire.—
Richard Fausset,
New York Times,
24 Jan. 2025
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But there’s a tender vulnerability to his characters, and the daffy empathy that suffuses the writing is unique to Arbery.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Jan. 2025
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How To Get Rid of and Prevent Smells in Stove Drip Pans To get rid of smells, Stein recommends soaking the drip pans in hot, soapy water with a splash of vinegar for about 15 minutes, then scrub thoroughly.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2025
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The spacious accommodations, starting at 1,130 square feet, also come with soaking tubs and either a private terrace or balcony for taking in the beautiful beachfront views.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Feb. 2025
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Email newsletter | Facebook page Our rating: False The cliff faces in the video are not tree stumps.—
Kate S. Petersen,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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Shots of the island’s raw, jagged cliffs and almost acid-green vegetation are bound to mesmerize.—
Aislyn Greene,
AFAR Media,
19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Established in 1940, the ski area — with two main chairlifts, 500 acres and a 1,000-foot vertical drop — gets 500 inches of snow on average annually.—
Elaine Glusac,
New York Times,
18 Feb. 2025
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There is a wide variety of drawer organizers to choose from, from shallow containers and expandable trays to vertical dividers and dividers with adjustable compartments.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Feb. 2025
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Both California and Florida, which have always been disaster-prone states, have seen an increase in the frequency and severity of extreme weather events over the past few years.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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The more extreme Noah (Taz Skylar) wants to shed blood.—
Frank Scheck,
The Hollywood Reporter,
17 Feb. 2025
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This dominance has been driven by aggressively low prices and a relatively early roll-out of Wi-Fi 7 routers, perceived by some as a concerted effort to flood the US market.—
Simon Hill,
WIRED,
21 Feb. 2025
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One important factor: the high-water mark, which can indicate how badly a building flooded.—
Jeff Weiner,
Axios,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Steep.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steep. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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