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treacherous

[trech-er-uhs] / ˈtrɛtʃ ər əs /




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The 24-year-old was one of seven participants who took part in the paddleboard tour when the group ran into difficulty while crossing a weir in "treacherous" conditions.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

In the final round of a major, he had avoided just the type of treacherous situations that held back his one-gloved competitors.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

The Ikner case is different, and that difference is precisely what makes it so legally treacherous.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Although only 30 people had made it to the gig because of the treacherous weather conditions, the hotel’s booker had seen enough: He offered the Stones a regular gig.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

The sociopolitical landscape of Chapel Hill High School was treacherous enough without giving people an excuse to pick on you.

From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram




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