steeper

Example Sentences

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The cost for Nikki, though, is significantly steeper.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 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

As the incline got steeper, I opened the companion app on my phone and pressed “Boost.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

They checked the condition of my heart by making me walk on a treadmill that they adjusted to get steeper and steeper as the minutes went by.

From "Flying to the Moon: An Astronaut's Story" by Michael Collins