precarious – Not securely held and likely to fall or collapse
(Pronounced Pre-care-ee-uss)
To remember the definition of the word precarious, use the following mnemonic:
Previously she used to carry us (precarious) but now she would be likely to fall or collapse.
Examples of precarious in a sentence
Austin is in a precarious financial situation, owing thousands of dollars.
Choosing between closing my business or laying off employees puts me in a precarious position.
Kelly's health situation remains precarious as the cancer spreads to her brain.
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