scarped

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Adjective
  • However, more adventure-minded travelers will love the independence of a car, available for rent from Paradise Jeep Rentals in Great Harbour, to access hilltop viewpoints of the craggy, windswept north coast, or rental homes hidden in the island's interior.
    Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
  • But with its striking glaciers, craggy peaks, and steamy geysers, Iceland can fill up an entire vacation – so the challenge for the casual visitor is figuring out what to cram into a short stay.
    Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • The Golden State—the fourth-largest economy in the world—essentially operates as an island sandwiched between the Pacific Ocean on one side and mountainous terrain on the other.
    Jordan Blum, Fortune, 24 Apr. 2026
  • The Subject and the Study Site The parrot, named Bruce, is an endangered kea found in 2013 by bird expert Raoul Schwing in mountainous Arthur’s Pass, New Zealand.
    Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Accessibility Siari Riviera Nayarit, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, is set on a notably hilly landscape, with some guest rooms perched high, which can make getting around on foot challenging for guests with limited mobility.
    Alisha Prakash, Travel + Leisure, 25 Apr. 2026
  • Wheelchair rentals are available at the main entrance, and most paths are accessible for wheelchairs and strollers, though some hilly sections may require extra effort.
    Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • The deal comes as New Delhi moves to diversify export markets to offset the impact of steep tariffs imposed by the United States and instability in shipping and energy routes due to the Iran war.
    ABC News, ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Hispanic adults and residents of Western states experienced the steepest increases in rectal cancer deaths, the study found.
    Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • With its precipitous mountains and spectacular beaches looking out on the Norwegian Sea, the Lofoten Island chain is a magnet for tourists even during the long months of winter.
    Alan Crawford, Bloomberg, 20 Apr. 2026
  • Look for shares to continue their climb, maybe not at this precipitous pace, but climb nonetheless and rally back to its 200-day moving average, around $215.
    Jay Woods, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Given Tate’s vertical pacing and tracking skills, Ward can let the ball fly with confidence.
    Dane Brugler, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
  • On this feminine top, cap sleeves pair with vertical stripes to help elongate your torso.
    Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
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“Scarped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scarped. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

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