Glossary / hit a cliff

hit a cliff

(verb)

hit a cliff (verb) — To encounter a steep, vertical or near-vertical rock face during a hike, often requiring climbing or a change of route.

To encounter a steep, vertical or near-vertical rock face during a hike, often requiring climbing or a change of route.

Example

They had to turn back when they hit a cliff and couldn’t find a safe way around it.

Synonyms

cliff out reach a cliff

Frequently Asked Questions

What is hit a cliff?

To encounter a steep, vertical or near-vertical rock face during a hike, often requiring climbing or a change of route.

How do you use "hit a cliff" in a sentence?

They had to turn back when they hit a cliff and couldn’t find a safe way around it.

What is another word for hit a cliff?

Common synonyms for hit a cliff include cliff out and reach a cliff.

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