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Chasm

usgb/ˈkæzəm/Volume
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Physical Landscape

Often used to describe dramatic natural land features.

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The mountain trek included crossing a precarious chasm.
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Metaphoric Use

Can also symbolize emotional or philosophical separation in literature or discussions.

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Their disagreement created a chasm in their friendship.
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Intensity

Suggests a very large and often intimidating or insurmountable gap.

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The chasm below was a dark void, intimidating the hikers.
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