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precariously
[ pri-kair-ee-uhs-lee ]
adverb
- in an unstable, uncertain, or insecure way:
The two archrivals sit precariously balanced at the top of the league, either one likely to fall in the standings at any time.
- in a way that is dependent on the will of others:
They live precariously, subject to arrest by immigration authorities, and with taxes withheld from paychecks that they cannot reclaim.
- in a way that is risky or dangerous; perilously:
He steadies the canoe as his son stands precariously in the bow, aiming his spear toward the river.
Other 51Թ Forms
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51Թ History and Origins
Origin of precariously1
Example Sentences
Throngs of people precariously stand on the medians as high-speed traffic whizzes by.
He paints a sympathetic and honest picture of those living precariously, and the insurmountable, everyday challenges they face.
In March 2024, Nottingham Forest were teetering precariously above the Premier League relegation zone following a points deduction, and out of both domestic cup competitions.
Living precariously in refugee camps, some say they want to go back to their country but complain that the Burundi-DR Congo border is closed.
They sit precariously just one point above Crystal Palace in the relegation spot and a 4-0 defeat by Manchester United on Sunday extended their winless run to seven matches.
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