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precipitous
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being made or carried out in a hurrying way that lacked thoughtful consideration
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having a high and steep slope, where one may fall
Example
His precipitous resignation appeared to be an ill-advised move made without fully thinking it through.
The stock market plunge was seen by some as an overreaction or precipitous response not backed by fundamentals.
Critics argued the policy overhaul was too precipitous and did not allow for public comment.
Ascending the precipitous slope requires skill and determination.
As they reached the summit, they were greeted by a breathtaking view of the precipitous valley below.
