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slip

[slip] / slɪp /


NOUN
loss of foothold
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NOUN
decrease
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VERB
lessen, return to a lower quality
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"Had it been 0-0 throughout the first half, I think you might have seen a slight difference in Arsenal, but once you get that goal naturally you just slightly slip into protection mode," Upson said.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Even in the moments it falters, “Backrooms” is like someone coming across the cage we’ve been pacing around in, and pointing out that the bars were always big enough to slip through.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

Border guards warned crossings were increasing, with many attempting to slip across a nearby river under cover of darkness.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

When the revival came around, it was easy to slip back in because we had been doing this banter for so long.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Leo holds open the door to the science building, and I slip into the hall.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila




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