Eiger

British

/ ˈaiɡər /

noun

a mountain in central Switzerland, in the Bernese Alps. Height: 3970 m (13 025 ft)

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Eiger also posted footage of a different angle that more clearly shows the boxes.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 22, 2023

In 2006 huge chunks of rock fell off Switzerland's famous Eiger, causing the closure of hiking trails and prompting geologists to warn that such events could be expected more often.

From BBC • May 9, 2023

Walk in the shadow of the nation’s trio of iconic peaks, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.

From National Geographic • Apr. 18, 2023

As it stands, Eiger executives said that they might seek authorization for the interferon shot outside of the United States.

From New York Times • Feb. 8, 2023

Our relationship remained rocky for two or three years after my failed attempt on the Eiger, but the marriage somehow survived that rough patch.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer

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