perilous

Example Sentences

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For Ukrainian infantrymen, Russia’s midrange drones make moving to and from the front line the most perilous part of their work.

From The Wall Street Journal

“You are on a perilous journey, my boy! I have brought you here to guide you on to safety. And now”—he cupped my cheek in his hand—“you must go back!”

From Literature

England had looked in a perilous position at 60-3 following the dismissal of both openers and Ben Mayes, the tournament's leading scorer, for 24 after Rew had won the toss and decided to bat.

From BBC

His team's work is as perilous as it is vital.

From BBC

For Allen, after years of street protests decrying the killings of Philando Castile and George Floyd, he’s already writing for his Nur-D project, documenting this perilous, invigorating moment of resisting ICE in his city.

From Los Angeles Times