Perilously (Adverb)
Meaning
In a dangerous manner; "he came dangerously close to falling off the ledge".
Examples
- The fire dancers moved perilously close to the flames, their movements fluid and practiced.
- The pilot flew the plane perilously low over the water, giving the passengers a thrilling view.
- She crossed the rickety bridge perilously, her hands grasping for the flimsy handrails.
- He drove perilously fast down the winding road, ignoring the speed limit and his passengers' warnings.
- The skier navigated the treacherous slope perilously, narrowly avoiding several near-falls.