precarious

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Angie, who recently retired after a long career as a nurse, said she was worried rising gas prices could eat into her budget at a precarious time in her finances.

From BBC

For a player built around explosive movement and a punishing serve, the margin can feel precarious.

From Los Angeles Times

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 already look “precarious” to Yardeni, as it seems likely they may soon fall below their 200-day moving average — a long-term trend gauge that usually acts as technical support.

From MarketWatch

California school districts are left in a difficult, legally precarious position, said Edgar Zazueta, executive director of the Assn. of California School Administrators.

From Los Angeles Times

The relationship between the first Anglican church and the rest of the world is looking increasingly precarious.

From BBC