adjective “precarious”
base form precarious (more/most)
- (of a situation) uncertain, risky
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The hikers found themselves in a precarious position on the edge of the cliff.
- likely to fall
The stack of books on the edge of the table is precarious and might topple over.
- (in dentistry) in the early stage of tooth decay
The dentist warned that the precarious spots on my teeth could turn into cavities if not treated soon.