slip by

Example Sentences

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It’s a trademark look that always makes me think if this doesn’t work out, he’ll opt to live on a boat in some not-too-expensive slip by the Bay.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Duckett should have been caught at first slip by Ben McKinney on six off the impressive Potts.

From BBC • Nov. 14, 2025

Piastri's fair but aggressive move ended with Norris slipping down to third in the first stint of the race as Leclerc was also able to slip by into second on the exit of the corner.

From BBC • Sep. 1, 2024

Other openings were allowed to slip by as United slumped on the ropes when the half-time whistle sounded.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2024

At present, as we have seen, more than 99 per cent of the interstate food shipments slip by without inspection.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson