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precipice

[pres-uh-pis] / ˈprɛs ə pɪs /
NOUN
face or brink of a rock, mountain
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The good news is we aren’t on the precipice of a massive surge in unemployment from AI replacing workers.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

The influencer and reality star was on the precipice of making her debut on the dating series before the latest crossover attempt by a member of ‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ was derailed.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

But the fact that these investors must now unwind their hedges could help keep the market off the precipice by requiring some forced buying.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 9, 2026

But we’re teetering on a precipice, experts say.

From Slate • Feb. 17, 2026

“Carefully,” Grandma said, taking a seat at the edge of the precipice.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull