steeper

Example Sentences

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The cost for Nikki, though, is significantly steeper.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

But the historic pattern flipped during the pandemic, and price increases became steeper than decreases.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

Although Pratt now appears to have a chance at making the runoff, the poll showed he would face a steeper climb in potential November runoff scenarios with Bass or Raman.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

The figures sound a warning ahead of midterm elections on pressures that American households are facing as steeper gasoline prices squeeze budgets and a boost from tax refunds fades.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Starting perhaps a hundred feet below them on the steeper side of the mountain, the patch might have been designed expressly for fuel.

From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding